Water System Report MI

Bloomfield Hills

EPA ID: MI0000775 ยท 3,579 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bloomfield Hills (MI0000775): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at Bloomfield Hills shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 3,579 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,579
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$647K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bloomfield Hills Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$158,007
Median Household Income
71,154
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bloomfield Hills serves a community with a median household income of $158,007 and an estimated 71,154 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Bloomfield Hills's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.008 ppt, PFOS: 0.016 ppt, PFNA: 0.006 ppt, PFHxS: 0.051 ppt, PFBS: 0.42 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.37 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Michigan

City of Imlay City
3,579 people
2 violations
Lake Bella Vista
3,584 people
4 violations
Oxford, Village of
3,540 people
0 violations
City of Gaylord
3,629 people
3 violations
Cedar Springs
3,520 people
B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,350
Radon Mitigation $1,000
PFAS Treatment $125
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,550 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Bloomfield Hills (EPA ID: MI0000775) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 3,579 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MI or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Bloomfield Hills (MI0000775) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bloomfield Hills water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bloomfield Hills in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Bloomfield Hills serve?

Bloomfield Hills serves approximately 3,579 people across 4 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Bloomfield Hills get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
87

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bloomfield Hills meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bloomfield Hills serve?
Bloomfield Hills serves approximately 3,579 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Bloomfield Hills's water source?
Bloomfield Hills draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bloomfield Hills's service area?
The Bloomfield Hills service area has a median household income of $158,007. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bloomfield Hills get its water?
Bloomfield Hills's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bloomfield Hills Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0000775/
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