Water System Report MI

Hastings

EPA ID: MI0003090 ยท 7,350 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hastings (MI0003090): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Hastings posted zero EPA violations serving 7,350 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$211K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,169
Median Household Income
19,513
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hastings serves a community with a median household income of $71,169 and an estimated 19,513 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hastings'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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Milan
7,363 people
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Rockford
7,160 people
B 0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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

Hastings (EPA ID: MI0003090) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 7,350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 49058 in Hastings.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.003 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Hastings (MI0003090) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hastings water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hastings 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 Hastings serve?

Hastings serves approximately 7,350 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.

Where does Hastings get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
58

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Hastings meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hastings serve?
Hastings serves approximately 7,350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hastings's water source?
Hastings draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hastings's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hastings's service area?
The Hastings service area has a median household income of $71,169. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hastings get its water?
Hastings'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hastings Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0003090/
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