A84/100
IRONWOOD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,387 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0003420
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.81 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 2011.
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 IRONWOOD
Is IRONWOOD water safe to drink?
IRONWOOD water receives a grade of A (84/100), 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 IRONWOOD detected?
32 contaminants were tested in IRONWOOD's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IRONWOOD have any EPA violations?
Yes, IRONWOOD has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does IRONWOOD serve?
IRONWOOD serves approximately 5,387 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Ironwood.
What type of water does IRONWOOD provide?
IRONWOOD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0003420.
How does IRONWOOD compare to other utilities in Michigan?
IRONWOOD scores 84/100 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.