A83/100
MANISTEE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,200 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MI0004030
Violations
6
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Consumer confidence report — inadequate or unavailable
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 11, 2022 – May 4, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 MANISTEE, CITY OF
Is MANISTEE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MANISTEE, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MANISTEE, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in MANISTEE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANISTEE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANISTEE, CITY OF has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANISTEE, CITY OF serve?
MANISTEE, CITY OF serves approximately 6,200 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Manistee.
What type of water does MANISTEE, CITY OF provide?
MANISTEE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0004030.
How does MANISTEE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MANISTEE, CITY OF scores 83/100 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.