A82/100
MANCHESTER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,150 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0004020
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1996.
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 MANCHESTER
Is MANCHESTER water safe to drink?
MANCHESTER water receives a grade of A (82/100), 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 MANCHESTER detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MANCHESTER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANCHESTER have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANCHESTER has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1996. Violation types include MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANCHESTER serve?
MANCHESTER serves approximately 2,150 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Manchester.
What type of water does MANCHESTER provide?
MANCHESTER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0004020.
How does MANCHESTER compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MANCHESTER scores 82/100 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.