A87/100
ISHPEMING — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,470 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0003440
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.55 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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 ISHPEMING
Is ISHPEMING water safe to drink?
ISHPEMING water receives a grade of A (87/100), 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 ISHPEMING detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ISHPEMING's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ISHPEMING have any EPA violations?
Yes, ISHPEMING has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR.
How many people does ISHPEMING serve?
ISHPEMING serves approximately 6,470 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Ishpeming.
What type of water does ISHPEMING provide?
ISHPEMING sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0003440.
How does ISHPEMING compare to other utilities in Michigan?
ISHPEMING scores 87/100 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.