B75/100

DEARBORN HEIGHTS — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 57,774 people · Michigan

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
System ID
MI0001740
Violations
17

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

13

Violations (last 5yr)

3

Unresolved

1

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure

When: January 9, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Reporting violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 11, 2024 – October 30, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: 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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2024 – December 9, 2024Enforcement: 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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2023 – December 5, 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: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to issue ongoing public notification

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: October 11, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2022 – September 22, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 29, 2021 – October 6, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 DEARBORN HEIGHTS

Is DEARBORN HEIGHTS water safe to drink?

DEARBORN HEIGHTS water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has DEARBORN HEIGHTS detected?

69 contaminants were tested in DEARBORN HEIGHTS's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does DEARBORN HEIGHTS have any EPA violations?

Yes, DEARBORN HEIGHTS has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 2 are health-based violations.

How many people does DEARBORN HEIGHTS serve?

DEARBORN HEIGHTS serves approximately 57,774 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Dearborn Heights.

What type of water does DEARBORN HEIGHTS provide?

DEARBORN HEIGHTS 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 MI0001740.

How does DEARBORN HEIGHTS compare to other utilities in Michigan?

DEARBORN HEIGHTS scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.

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