Water System Report MI

Hazel Park

EPA ID: MI0003100 · 16,400 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Hazel Park has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 16,400 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
16,400
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.007 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$141K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hazel Park Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$62,878
Median Household Income
14,945
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
88%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hazel Park serves a community with a median household income of $62,878 and an estimated 14,945 residents across its service area. Approximately 88% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Hazel Park'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Oakland 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

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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

Hazel Park (EPA ID: MI0003100) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 16,400 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 48030 in Hazel Park.

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
48030 0.007 mg/L No N/A

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.

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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 Hazel Park (MI0003100) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel Park water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Hazel Park has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Hazel Park serve?

Hazel Park serves approximately 16,400 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.

Where does Hazel Park 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:

568
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,718
Unknown Material
4,776
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: 16,400
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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Hazel Park safe to drink?
Hazel Park earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Hazel Park meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hazel Park serve?
Hazel Park serves approximately 16,400 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hazel Park's water source?
Hazel Park draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hazel Park's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.007 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hazel Park's service area?
The Hazel Park service area has a median household income of $62,878. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hazel Park get its water?
Hazel Park'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.
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