Current Noncompliance MI 1 HEALTH-BASED VIOLATION ON RECORD

Pennfield Twp-convis/verona

EPA ID: MI0005232 ยท 1 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (MI0005232): 1 violation recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. In the federal compliance data used here, Pennfield Twp-convis/verona has 1 violation listed as open; the utility serves approximately 1 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
Below the reporting limit
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2023-12-31)
2
Contaminants Flagged
$135K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pennfield Twp-convis/verona Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$58,500
Median Household Income
20,785
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Pennfield Twp-convis/verona have a median household income of $58,500 and about 20,785 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pennfield Twp-convis/verona's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

57 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating decay (model estimate)
Decay Status
Installed 88% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 1 detection recorded.

State PFAS values in our reference data (state drinking-water standard (enforceable)); check current state rules: PFNA: 6 ppt, PFOA: 8 ppt, PFOS: 16 ppt, PFHxS: 51 ppt, PFBS: 420 ppt, PFHxA: 400000 ppt, HFPO-DA: 370 ppt
Health concern: Exposure to certain PFAS has been associated with some cancers and with immune and developmental effects; effects differ by compound. Many PFAS break down very slowly in the environment.
Recommended filter: An activated carbon filter certified under NSF/ANSI 53 or a reverse osmosis system certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for the PFAS listed in its certification. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,100

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.

Cost of Inaction

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (ZipCheckup estimate)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (EPA ID: MI0005232) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 1 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 49017 in Battle Creek.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2026 TTHM Health-based Archived
July 2, 2025 LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
TTHM MCL Violation 1 Yes
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS Monitoring & Reporting 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Increased risk of cancer

Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
Below the reporting limit No 2023-12-31

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (MI0005232) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pennfield Twp-convis/verona water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Pennfield Twp-convis/verona serve?

Pennfield Twp-convis/verona serves approximately 1 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.

Where does Pennfield Twp-convis/verona get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
Given 2 recorded violations, review the violation types and dates; a filter certified for a specific contaminant of concern can reduce that contaminant at the tap. Monitoring or reporting violations are not something a filter addresses.
How many people does Pennfield Twp-convis/verona serve? ▼
Pennfield Twp-convis/verona serves approximately 1 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pennfield Twp-convis/verona's water source? ▼
Pennfield Twp-convis/verona draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pennfield Twp-convis/verona's water? ▼
The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero. This is at or below the EPA lead action level, which triggers system action and is not a safe level; the EPA health goal for lead is zero.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Pennfield Twp-convis/verona? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Pennfield Twp-convis/verona have a median household income of $58,500 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pennfield Twp-convis/verona get its water? ▼
Pennfield Twp-convis/verona's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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. The available violation history and environmental indicators place this system in the elevated review category; they do not measure current source contamination.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (MI): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0005232/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (MI): 1 Health Violation}},
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Pennfield Twp-convis/verona (EPA ID: MI0005232) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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