City of Grayling
EPA ID: MI0002840 · 1,884 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Grayling (MI0002840): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Over five tracked years, City of Grayling has stayed completely violation-free for its 1,884 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Grayling Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Grayling serves a community with a median household income of $61,522 and an estimated 11,509 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 60% 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 Grayling'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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
City of Grayling, (EPA ID: MI0002840) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 1,884 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 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 Grayling (MI0002840) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Grayling water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Grayling 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 Grayling serve?
City of Grayling serves approximately 1,884 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.
Where does City of Grayling get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Grayling Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0002840/
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