Eau Claire
EPA ID: MI0002030 · 610 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Eau Claire (MI0002030): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. 5 violations on file at Eau Claire, none open; 610 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Eau Claire Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Eau Claire have a median household income of $65,702 and about 3,121 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Eau Claire's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
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
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Eau Claire (EPA ID: MI0002030) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 610 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 49111 in Eau Claire.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 5 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 11, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 11, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 3 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.071 mg/L | Yes | 2019-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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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.
- 49111 - Eau Claire
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Eau Claire (MI0002030) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eau Claire water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Eau Claire; its 5 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Eau Claire serve?
Eau Claire serves approximately 610 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.
Where does Eau Claire get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Eau Claire (MI): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0002030/
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