Water System Report MI

City of Clare

EPA ID: MI0001420 · 3,118 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Clare (MI0001420): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring history at City of Clare shows a clean slate - EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 3,118 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,118
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Clare Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,051
Median Household Income
15,699
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Clare serves a community with a median household income of $57,051 and an estimated 15,699 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Clare'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 75% 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
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

City of Clare, (EPA ID: MI0001420) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 3,118 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 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
0.0014 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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 City of Clare (MI0001420) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Clare water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Clare 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 City of Clare serve?

City of Clare serves approximately 3,118 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does City of Clare get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Clare meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Clare serve?
City of Clare serves approximately 3,118 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Clare's water source?
City of Clare draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Clare's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Clare's service area?
The City of Clare service area has a median household income of $57,051. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Clare get its water?
City of Clare'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Clare Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0001420/
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