Historical Compliance Records MI

Hart

EPA ID: MI0003060 ยท 2,126 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hart (MI0003060): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. On record: Hart, 4 violations, all resolved, 2,126 in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,126
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00275 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$149K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hart Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,112
Median Household Income
11,381
Service Area Population
57%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hart serves a community with a median household income of $62,112 and an estimated 11,381 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 57% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hart'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hart compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Michigan

City of West Branch
2,139 people
2 violations
Ishpeming Twp - West
2,148 people
0 violations
Manchester
2,150 people
0 violations
Spaulding Township
2,153 people
0 violations
Sylvan Lake
2,155 people
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,800
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $1,800 (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

Hart (EPA ID: MI0003060) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 2,126 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 11, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 11, 2021 Stage 1 DBP 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
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00275 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Hart (MI0003060) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hart water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hart; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hart serve?

Hart serves approximately 2,126 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Hart get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Hart's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Hart serve?
Hart serves approximately 2,126 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Hart's water source?
Hart draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hart's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00275 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hart's service area?
The Hart service area has a median household income of $62,112. EPA EJScreen data classifies 57% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hart get its water?
Hart'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hart (MI): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0003060/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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