Water System Report MI

Marquette Township

EPA ID: MI0004140 · 2,700 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Marquette Township recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 2,700 people.

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

2,700
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marquette Township Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,877
Median Household Income
41,427
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marquette Township serves a community with a median household income of $72,877 and an estimated 41,427 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

Marquette Township'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Marquette County, Michigan rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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2,679 people
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2,674 people
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City of Keego Harbor
2,733 people
B 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,130
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,130

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

Marquette Township (EPA ID: MI0004140) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 2,700 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

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

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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

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 Marquette Township (MI0004140) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marquette Township water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Marquette Township serve?

Marquette Township serves approximately 2,700 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Marquette Township get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
231
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,700
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

Should I use a water filter?
Marquette Township meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Marquette Township serve?
Marquette Township serves approximately 2,700 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Marquette Township's water source?
Marquette Township draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Marquette Township's service area?
The Marquette Township service area has a median household income of $72,877. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marquette Township get its water?
Marquette Township'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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