Monitoring Violations MI

City of Grosse Pointe

EPA ID: MI0002880 · 5,421 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Within the five-year EPA monitoring span, City of Grosse Pointe accumulated 3 violations — every finding has been resolved and the utility operates in full compliance today, supplying water to approximately 5,421 people without any active enforcement proceedings.

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

A · 89
Avg Safety Score
5,421
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0024 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$401K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Grosse Pointe Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$130,966
Median Household Income
48,713
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
95%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Grosse Pointe serves a community with a median household income of $130,966 and an estimated 48,713 residents across its service area. Approximately 95% 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?

Surface Water

City of Grosse Pointe'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Wayne 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

97 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Lead
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Grosse Pointe compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Michigan

Dundee
5,400 people
C 1 violation
Williams Township
5,444 people
0 violations
City of Walled Lake
5,452 people
B 1 violation
Ironwood
5,387 people
B 2 violations
Chelsea
5,474 people
C 7 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $1,200 (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

City of Grosse Pointe, (EPA ID: MI0002880) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 5,421 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (89/100)

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

Violation History

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

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 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
48230 0.0024 mg/L No N/A
48236 0.0024 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Grosse Pointe (MI0002880) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Grosse Pointe water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Grosse Pointe serve?

City of Grosse Pointe serves approximately 5,421 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does City of Grosse Pointe get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

113
Confirmed Lead
5
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,199
Unknown Material
868
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 5,421
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 City of Grosse Pointe safe to drink?
City of Grosse Pointe earns a A safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Grosse Pointe's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), 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 3 contaminants 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 City of Grosse Pointe serve?
City of Grosse Pointe serves approximately 5,421 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Grosse Pointe's water source?
City of Grosse Pointe draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Grosse Pointe's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0024 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Grosse Pointe's service area?
The City of Grosse Pointe service area has a median household income of $130,966. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Grosse Pointe get its water?
City of Grosse Pointe'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Grosse Pointe (EPA ID: MI0002880) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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