C47/100
BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,975 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MI0000450
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.37 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
6
Unresolved
6
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM
Is BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 14 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM detected?
67 contaminants were tested in BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM serve?
BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM serves approximately 43,975 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Battle Creek.
What type of water does BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM provide?
BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0000450.
How does BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Michigan?
BATTLE CREEK - VERONA SYSTEM scores 47/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.