Water System Report MI

Np Creek Valley South

EPA ID: MI0040079 ยท 245 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Np Creek Valley South (MI0040079): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Np Creek Valley South - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 245 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

245
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$113K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Np Creek Valley South Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$50,549
Median Household Income
40,709
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Np Creek Valley South serves a community with a median household income of $50,549 and an estimated 40,709 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% 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

Np Creek Valley South'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
55th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

66 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.008 ppt, PFOS: 0.016 ppt, PFNA: 0.006 ppt, PFHxS: 0.051 ppt, PFBS: 0.42 ppt, HFPO-DA: 0.37 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,800

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

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,800 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Np Creek Valley South (EPA ID: MI0040079) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 245 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Np Creek Valley South (MI0040079) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Np Creek Valley South water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Np Creek Valley South 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 Np Creek Valley South serve?

Np Creek Valley South serves approximately 245 people across 2 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Np Creek Valley South get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Np Creek Valley South meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Np Creek Valley South serve?
Np Creek Valley South serves approximately 245 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Np Creek Valley South's water source?
Np Creek Valley South draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Np Creek Valley South's service area?
The Np Creek Valley South service area has a median household income of $50,549. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Np Creek Valley South get its water?
Np Creek Valley South'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Np Creek Valley South Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0040079/
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