Health Violations Found MI 11 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

The Pines of Goodrich

EPA ID: MI0066695 · 40 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Looking at the EPA enforcement file for The Pines of Goodrich, 10 violations are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 40 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
40
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
19
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$312K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 9 (2021) to 9 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for The Pines of Goodrich Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$104,809
Median Household Income
7,445
Service Area Population
41%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The The Pines of Goodrich serves a community with a median household income of $104,809 and an estimated 7,445 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 41% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

The Pines of Goodrich'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
43th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Genesee County, Michigan rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How The Pines of Goodrich compares to EPA limits

Barium 11 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 11 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $400
Water Filtration $200
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.

Cost of Inaction

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

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $15,605

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$15,305
10 years
$30,610
20 years
$61,220

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $30,610 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

THE PINES OF GOODRICH (EPA ID: MI0066695) is a community water system in Michigan that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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

Violation History

11 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 10 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 11 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
48438 0.001 mg/L No N/A

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for The Pines of Goodrich (MI0066695) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Pines of Goodrich water safe to drink?

The Pines of Goodrich has recorded 11 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does The Pines of Goodrich serve?

The Pines of Goodrich serves approximately 40 people across 3 ZIP codes in Michigan.

Where does The Pines of Goodrich 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
2
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 2021-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 40
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 The Pines of Goodrich safe to drink?
The Pines of Goodrich has a C safety grade based on 19 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in The Pines of Goodrich's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does The Pines of Goodrich serve?
The Pines of Goodrich serves approximately 40 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is The Pines of Goodrich's water source?
The Pines of Goodrich draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in The Pines of Goodrich's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of The Pines of Goodrich's service area?
The The Pines of Goodrich service area has a median household income of $104,809. EPA EJScreen data classifies 41% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does The Pines of Goodrich get its water?
The Pines of Goodrich'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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