Water System Report MI

Homestead/crystal River Water Company

EPA ID: MI0007103 · 1,365 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Homestead/crystal River Water Company reported no EPA violations for its service population of 1,365.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
1,365
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$718K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Homestead/crystal River Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$113,720
Median Household Income
1,371
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Homestead/crystal River Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $113,720 and an estimated 1,371 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% 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

Homestead/crystal River Water Company'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Leelanau County, Michigan rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Homestead/crystal River Water Company (EPA ID: MI0007103) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 1,365 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Homestead/crystal River Water Company (MI0007103) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Homestead/crystal River Water Company water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Homestead/crystal River Water Company has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Homestead/crystal River Water Company serve?

Homestead/crystal River Water Company serves approximately 1,365 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Homestead/crystal River Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
203
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,365
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

Is water from Homestead/crystal River Water Company safe to drink?
Homestead/crystal River Water Company has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Homestead/crystal River Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Homestead/crystal River Water Company serve?
Homestead/crystal River Water Company serves approximately 1,365 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Homestead/crystal River Water Company's water source?
Homestead/crystal River Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Homestead/crystal River Water Company's service area?
The Homestead/crystal River Water Company service area has a median household income of $113,720. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Homestead/crystal River Water Company get its water?
Homestead/crystal River Water Company'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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