Water System Report MI

Byron, Village of

EPA ID: MI0001020 · 581 people served · 2 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Byron, Village of has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 581 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
581
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$192K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 7 (2024) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Byron, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$60,599
Median Household Income
4,935
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
35th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Byron, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $60,599 and an estimated 4,935 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Byron, Village of'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Shiawassee County, Michigan rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

80 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 83% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $900
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Byron, Village of (EPA ID: MI0001020) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 581 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Byron, Village of (MI0001020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Byron, Village of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Byron, Village of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Byron, Village of serve?

Byron, Village of serves approximately 581 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Byron, Village of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
236
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 581
Reported to Michigan

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Byron, Village of safe to drink?
Byron, Village of has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Byron, Village of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Byron, Village of serve?
Byron, Village of serves approximately 581 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Byron, Village of's water source?
Byron, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Byron, Village of's service area?
The Byron, Village of service area has a median household income of $60,599. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Byron, Village of get its water?
Byron, Village of'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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