C52/100
MANISTIQUE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,197 people · Michigan
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0004040
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.93 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 2020.
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 MANISTIQUE
Is MANISTIQUE water safe to drink?
MANISTIQUE water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MANISTIQUE detected?
2 contaminants were tested in MANISTIQUE's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANISTIQUE have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANISTIQUE has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANISTIQUE serve?
MANISTIQUE serves approximately 3,197 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Manistique.
What type of water does MANISTIQUE provide?
MANISTIQUE sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MI0004040.
How does MANISTIQUE compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MANISTIQUE scores 52/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.