Highlands at Harbor Springs
EPA ID: MI0000813 · 450 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Highlands at Harbor Springs (MI0000813): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Highlands at Harbor Springs has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 450.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Highlands at Harbor Springs Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Highlands at Harbor Springs serves a community with a median household income of $85,230 and an estimated 7,277 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Highlands at Harbor Springs's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Highlands at Harbor Springs (EPA ID: MI0000813) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 450 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 49740 in Harbor Springs.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.005 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 49740 - Harbor Springs
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Highlands at Harbor Springs (MI0000813) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highlands at Harbor Springs water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Highlands at Harbor Springs 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 Highlands at Harbor Springs serve?
Highlands at Harbor Springs serves approximately 450 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.
Where does Highlands at Harbor Springs get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Highlands at Harbor Springs Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0000813/
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