Water System Report MI

Zeeland Board of Public Works

EPA ID: MI0007270 · 8,328 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Zeeland Board of Public Works has stayed completely violation-free for its 8,328 residents.

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

A · 95
Avg Safety Score
8,328
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$270K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Zeeland Board of Public Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$82,353
Median Household Income
125,426
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Zeeland Board of Public Works serves a community with a median household income of $82,353 and an estimated 125,426 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Zeeland Board of Public Works'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Ottawa 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.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Comparable Water Systems

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8,257 people
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City of Mason
8,252 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Zeeland Board of Public Works (EPA ID: MI0007270) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 8,328 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
49464 0.0001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Zeeland Board of Public Works (MI0007270) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zeeland Board of Public Works water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Zeeland Board of Public Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Zeeland Board of Public Works serve?

Zeeland Board of Public Works serves approximately 8,328 people across 3 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Zeeland Board of Public Works get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

31
Confirmed Lead
269
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
2,169
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 8,328
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 Zeeland Board of Public Works safe to drink?
Zeeland Board of Public Works earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Zeeland Board of Public Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Zeeland Board of Public Works serve?
Zeeland Board of Public Works serves approximately 8,328 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Zeeland Board of Public Works's water source?
Zeeland Board of Public Works draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Zeeland Board of Public Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Zeeland Board of Public Works's service area?
The Zeeland Board of Public Works service area has a median household income of $82,353. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Zeeland Board of Public Works get its water?
Zeeland Board of Public Works'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.
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