A89/100
CHARLOTTE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,074 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MI0001340
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 29, 2022Enforcement: 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 CHARLOTTE, CITY OF
Is CHARLOTTE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
CHARLOTTE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHARLOTTE, CITY OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in CHARLOTTE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHARLOTTE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHARLOTTE, CITY OF has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does CHARLOTTE, CITY OF serve?
CHARLOTTE, CITY OF serves approximately 9,074 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Charlotte.
What type of water does CHARLOTTE, CITY OF provide?
CHARLOTTE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0001340.
How does CHARLOTTE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
CHARLOTTE, CITY OF scores 89/100 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.