Water System Report MI

Country Acres Homeowners Association

EPA ID: MI0001655 · 180 people served · 2 ZIP codes

EPA data: Country Acres Homeowners Association — zero violations, five years, 180 served.

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

180
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Country Acres Homeowners Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,888
Median Household Income
11,667
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Country Acres Homeowners Association serves a community with a median household income of $61,888 and an estimated 11,667 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% 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

Country Acres Homeowners Association'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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 Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $900

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

Country Acres Homeowners Association (EPA ID: MI0001655) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 180 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

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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

  • 49103 — Berrien Springs
  • 49104 — Berrien Springs

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Country Acres Homeowners Association (MI0001655) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Country Acres Homeowners Association water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Country Acres Homeowners Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Country Acres Homeowners Association serve?

Country Acres Homeowners Association serves approximately 180 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Country Acres Homeowners Association 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
70
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
Population served: 180
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

Should I use a water filter?
Country Acres Homeowners Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Country Acres Homeowners Association serve?
Country Acres Homeowners Association serves approximately 180 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Country Acres Homeowners Association's water source?
Country Acres Homeowners Association draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Country Acres Homeowners Association's service area?
The Country Acres Homeowners Association service area has a median household income of $61,888. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Country Acres Homeowners Association get its water?
Country Acres Homeowners Association'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.
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