Monitoring Violations MI

Columbiaville, Village of

EPA ID: MI0001570 · 787 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal water data for Columbiaville, Village of logs 2 historical violations — all addressed and cleared, leaving the utility in current compliance for 787 people.

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

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
787
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,031
Median Household Income
8,474
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Columbiaville, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $67,031 and an estimated 8,474 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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

Columbiaville, 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lapeer 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

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Columbiaville, Village of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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 $400 (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

Columbiaville, Village of (EPA ID: MI0001570) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 787 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 14, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 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
48421 0.001 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Columbiaville, Village of (MI0001570) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Columbiaville, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Columbiaville, Village of serve?

Columbiaville, Village of serves approximately 787 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Columbiaville, 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
333
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: 787
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 Columbiaville, Village of safe to drink?
Columbiaville, Village of has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Columbiaville, Village of's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, 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 Columbiaville, Village of serve?
Columbiaville, Village of serves approximately 787 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Columbiaville, Village of's water source?
Columbiaville, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Columbiaville, Village of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Columbiaville, Village of's service area?
The Columbiaville, Village of service area has a median household income of $67,031. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Columbiaville, Village of get its water?
Columbiaville, 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

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Columbiaville, Village of (EPA ID: MI0001570) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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