Monitoring Violations MI

Marion, Village of

EPA ID: MI0004100 · 800 people served · 1 ZIP code

Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Marion, Village of encountered 1 violation, each subsequently remedied and closed — today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 800 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

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

A · 87
Avg Safety Score
800
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$139K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marion, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$51,125
Median Household Income
4,022
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marion, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $51,125 and an estimated 4,022 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Groundwater

Marion, Village of'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Osceola 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

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Marion, Village of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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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

Marion, Village of (EPA ID: MI0004100) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 800 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 49665 in Marion.

Average Home Safety Score: A (87/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Marion, Village of (MI0004100) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion, Village of water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Marion, Village of serve?

Marion, Village of serves approximately 800 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.

Where does Marion, Village of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

4
Confirmed Lead
26
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
402
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
Population served: 800
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 Marion, Village of safe to drink?
Marion, Village of earns a A safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Marion, Village of's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 Marion, Village of serve?
Marion, Village of serves approximately 800 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Marion, Village of's water source?
Marion, Village of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Marion, Village of's service area?
The Marion, Village of service area has a median household income of $51,125. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Marion, Village of get its water?
Marion, Village of'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Marion, Village of (EPA ID: MI0004100) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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