A82/100
BUCHANAN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,871 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0000960
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.66 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 BUCHANAN
Is BUCHANAN water safe to drink?
BUCHANAN water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BUCHANAN detected?
32 contaminants were tested in BUCHANAN's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUCHANAN have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUCHANAN has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does BUCHANAN serve?
BUCHANAN serves approximately 4,871 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Buchanan.
What type of water does BUCHANAN provide?
BUCHANAN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0000960.
How does BUCHANAN compare to other utilities in Michigan?
BUCHANAN scores 82/100 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.