Highlands at Harbor Springs
EPA ID: MI0000813 ยท 450 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Highlands at Harbor Springs (MI0000813): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Water monitoring for Highlands at Harbor Springs: no violations on record, 450 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Highlands at Harbor Springs Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Highlands at Harbor Springs have a median household income of $85,230 and about 7,277 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Highlands at Harbor Springs's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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
Similar-sized systems in Michigan
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 | 2024-12-31 |
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 FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records 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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