A97/100
BERLIN TOWNSHIP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,900 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0000635
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2021 – August 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2021 – August 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BERLIN TOWNSHIP
Is BERLIN TOWNSHIP water safe to drink?
BERLIN TOWNSHIP water receives a grade of A (97/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BERLIN TOWNSHIP detected?
51 contaminants were tested in BERLIN TOWNSHIP's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BERLIN TOWNSHIP have any EPA violations?
Yes, BERLIN TOWNSHIP has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does BERLIN TOWNSHIP serve?
BERLIN TOWNSHIP serves approximately 9,900 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Newport.
What type of water does BERLIN TOWNSHIP provide?
BERLIN TOWNSHIP sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MI0000635.
How does BERLIN TOWNSHIP compare to other utilities in Michigan?
BERLIN TOWNSHIP scores 97/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.