Water System Report MI

Highland Greens Estates

EPA ID: MI0040387 · 2,268 people served · 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Highland Greens Estates (MI0040387): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Highland Greens Estates's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 2,268 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
2,268
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$387K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Highland Greens Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$103,708
Median Household Income
61,328
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Highland Greens Estates serves a community with a median household income of $103,708 and an estimated 61,328 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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

Highland Greens 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% 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 $800
Radon Mitigation $400
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

Highland Greens Estates (EPA ID: MI0040387) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 2,268 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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.

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

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Free 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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Highland Greens Estates (MI0040387) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Highland Greens Estates water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Highland Greens Estates 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 Highland Greens Estates serve?

Highland Greens Estates serves approximately 2,268 people across 5 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does Highland Greens Estates get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Highland Greens Estates safe to drink?
Highland Greens Estates earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Highland Greens Estates meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Highland Greens Estates serve?
Highland Greens Estates serves approximately 2,268 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Highland Greens Estates's water source?
Highland Greens Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Highland Greens Estates's service area?
The Highland Greens Estates service area has a median household income of $103,708. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Highland Greens Estates get its water?
Highland Greens 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Highland Greens Estates Water Quality Report, MI. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mi0040387/
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