A94/100
EAST TAWAS, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,808 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0002010
Violations
3
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 EAST TAWAS, CITY OF
Is EAST TAWAS, CITY OF water safe to drink?
EAST TAWAS, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EAST TAWAS, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in EAST TAWAS, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EAST TAWAS, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, EAST TAWAS, CITY OF has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does EAST TAWAS, CITY OF serve?
EAST TAWAS, CITY OF serves approximately 2,808 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: East Tawas.
What type of water does EAST TAWAS, CITY OF provide?
EAST TAWAS, CITY OF 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 MI0002010.
How does EAST TAWAS, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
EAST TAWAS, CITY OF scores 94/100 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.