B72/100
LAKE LINDEN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,203 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0003720
Violations
13
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
8
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – September 25, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – December 26, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – December 26, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – August 14, 2023Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 8, 2024Enforcement: 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 LAKE LINDEN
Is LAKE LINDEN water safe to drink?
LAKE LINDEN water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. 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 LAKE LINDEN detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LAKE LINDEN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAKE LINDEN have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAKE LINDEN has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAKE LINDEN serve?
LAKE LINDEN serves approximately 1,203 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Lake Linden.
What type of water does LAKE LINDEN provide?
LAKE LINDEN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0003720.
How does LAKE LINDEN compare to other utilities in Michigan?
LAKE LINDEN scores 72/100 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.