City of East Tawas
EPA ID: MI0002010 · 2,663 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of East Tawas (MI0002010): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for City of East Tawas shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,663 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of East Tawas Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of East Tawas serves a community with a median household income of $53,409 and an estimated 10,878 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 89% 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?
City of East Tawas'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Michigan
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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 East Tawas, (EPA ID: MI0002010) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 2,663 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 City of East Tawas (MI0002010) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of East Tawas water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of East Tawas 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 East Tawas serve?
City of East Tawas serves approximately 2,663 people across 3 ZIP codes in Michigan.
Where does City of East Tawas get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of East Tawas Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0002010/
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