Iron River Township-ryden Road
EPA ID: MI0005760 · 290 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Iron River Township-ryden Road (MI0005760): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. EPA lists no violations for Iron River Township-ryden Road, serving 290 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Iron River Township-ryden Road Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Iron River Township-ryden Road have a median household income of $52,254 and about 5,969 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 60% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Iron River Township-ryden Road'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Iron River Township-ryden Road (EPA ID: MI0005760) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 290 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 49935 in Iron River.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0012 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 49935 - Iron River
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Iron River Township-ryden Road (MI0005760) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Iron River Township-ryden Road water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Iron River Township-ryden Road 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 Iron River Township-ryden Road serve?
Iron River Township-ryden Road serves approximately 290 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.
Where does Iron River Township-ryden Road get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Iron River Township-ryden Road Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0005760/
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