A88/100
BOYNE CITY, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,735 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MI0000800
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 20, 2024 – October 31, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Enforcement: 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: August 1, 2022 – August 30, 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: August 1, 2022 – August 30, 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 BOYNE CITY, CITY OF
Is BOYNE CITY, CITY OF water safe to drink?
BOYNE CITY, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BOYNE CITY, CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BOYNE CITY, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOYNE CITY, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOYNE CITY, CITY OF has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOYNE CITY, CITY OF serve?
BOYNE CITY, CITY OF serves approximately 3,735 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Boyne City.
What type of water does BOYNE CITY, CITY OF provide?
BOYNE CITY, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0000800.
How does BOYNE CITY, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
BOYNE CITY, CITY OF scores 88/100 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.