Water System Report MI

Orchard Lake Village

EPA ID: MI0005031 ยท 2,194 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Orchard Lake Village (MI0005031): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Orchard Lake Village stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,194 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,194
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$408K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Orchard Lake Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$139,418
Median Household Income
37,931
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Orchard Lake Village serves a community with a median household income of $139,418 and an estimated 37,931 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Orchard Lake Village'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

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Michigan

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2,215 people
1 violation
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2,220 people
1 violation
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2,155 people
2 violations
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2,153 people
0 violations
Manchester
2,150 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

Orchard Lake Village (EPA ID: MI0005031) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 2,194 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 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

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0017 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.

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 Orchard Lake Village (MI0005031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orchard Lake Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Orchard Lake Village 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 Orchard Lake Village serve?

Orchard Lake Village serves approximately 2,194 people across 3 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Orchard Lake Village get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Orchard Lake Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Orchard Lake Village serve?
Orchard Lake Village serves approximately 2,194 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Orchard Lake Village's water source?
Orchard Lake Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Orchard Lake Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Orchard Lake Village's service area?
The Orchard Lake Village service area has a median household income of $139,418. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Orchard Lake Village get its water?
Orchard Lake Village'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Orchard Lake Village Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0005031/
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