Water System Report MI

City of Memphis

EPA ID: MI0004230 · 1,084 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Memphis (MI0004230): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm City of Memphis 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 1,084 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,084
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$273K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Memphis Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,681
Median Household Income
13,658
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
56%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Memphis serves a community with a median household income of $81,681 and an estimated 13,658 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Memphis'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
45th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $300

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

City of Memphis, (EPA ID: MI0004230) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 1,084 people from groundwater sources.

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

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

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 City of Memphis (MI0004230) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Memphis water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Memphis 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 City of Memphis serve?

City of Memphis serves approximately 1,084 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does City of Memphis get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Memphis meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Memphis serve?
City of Memphis serves approximately 1,084 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Memphis's water source?
City of Memphis draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Memphis's service area?
The City of Memphis service area has a median household income of $81,681. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Memphis get its water?
City of Memphis'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.). City of Memphis Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0004230/
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