D34/100
MANTON, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,287 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MI0004050
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – December 12, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
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, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 MANTON, CITY OF
Is MANTON, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MANTON, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (34/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MANTON, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MANTON, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANTON, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANTON, CITY OF has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANTON, CITY OF serve?
MANTON, CITY OF serves approximately 1,287 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Manton.
What type of water does MANTON, CITY OF provide?
MANTON, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0004050.
How does MANTON, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MANTON, CITY OF scores 34/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.