Hidden Lake Estates
EPA ID: MI0040386 · 673 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hidden Lake Estates (MI0040386): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, Hidden Lake Estates filed 1 violation - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 673 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hidden Lake Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Hidden Lake Estates serves a community with a median household income of $104,000 and an estimated 4,548 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?
Hidden Lake Estates'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Hidden Lake Estates compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Michigan
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Hidden Lake Estates (EPA ID: MI0040386) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 673 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 48367 in Leonard.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.005 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.
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.
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 48367 - Leonard
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hidden Lake Estates (MI0040386) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hidden Lake Estates water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hidden Lake Estates; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Hidden Lake Estates serve?
Hidden Lake Estates serves approximately 673 people across 1 ZIP code in Michigan.
Where does Hidden Lake Estates get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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