Monitoring Violations MI

Charlevoix

Name: Water Quality Data for Charlevoix
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EPA ID: MI0001330 · 3,124 people served · 1 ZIP code

Five years tracked: Charlevoix had 1 violation, all cleared, 3,124 served.

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

B · 83

Avg Safety Score

3,124

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Surface Water

Water Source

0.003 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 2

Radon Risk · Moderate

Contaminants Flagged

$265K

Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Charlevoix Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$76,127

Median Household Income

9,113

Service Area Population

15%

Disadvantaged Population

50th

Poverty Percentile

80th

Energy Burden Percentile

63%

Pre-1986 Housing

The Charlevoix serves a community with a median household income of $76,127 and an estimated 9,113 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Charlevoix'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

0th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

40th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Charlevoix 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

55 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Copper

Pipe Material

15 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Charlevoix compares to EPA limits

Combined Radium 1 pCi/L (20% of limit)

0 EPA Limit: 5 pCi/L

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Michigan

Bad Axe

3,129 people

B 1 violation

City of Clare

3,118 people

A 3 violations

City of Ithaca

3,098 people

B 14 violations

Homer Township

3,097 people

0 violations

City of Mount Morris

3,086 people

B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation

Flood Insurance $1,200

Radon Mitigation $400

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.

Cost of Inaction

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

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,500

10 years

$5,000

20 years

$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Charlevoix (EPA ID: MI0001330) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 3,124 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 49720 in Charlevoix.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date	Contaminant	Type	Status
January 1, 2024	Combined Radium	Monitoring	Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant	Category	Violations	Health-Based
Combined Radium	Radionuclides	1	No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
49720	0.003 mg/L	No	N/A

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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.

49720 — Charlevoix

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Charlevoix (MI0001330) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlevoix water safe to drink?

Charlevoix has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Charlevoix serve?

Charlevoix serves approximately 3,124 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.

Where does Charlevoix get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

Confirmed Lead

164

Galvanized — Replacement Required

979

Unknown Material

965

Confirmed Non-Lead

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

Population served: 3,124

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 Charlevoix safe to drink? ▼

Charlevoix earns a B safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.

What contaminants are in Charlevoix's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Combined Radium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 1 recorded violation, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.

How many people does Charlevoix serve? ▼

Charlevoix serves approximately 3,124 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is Charlevoix's water source? ▼

Charlevoix draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Charlevoix's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

What is the demographic profile of Charlevoix's service area? ▼

The Charlevoix service area has a median household income of $76,127. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.

Where does Charlevoix get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

Test your water

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Check your specific ZIP code

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Contact your utility

Charlevoix (EPA ID: MI0001330) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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