A87/100
MARINE CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,652 people · Michigan
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0004090
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – December 9, 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 MARINE CITY
Is MARINE CITY water safe to drink?
MARINE CITY water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MARINE CITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MARINE CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARINE CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARINE CITY has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARINE CITY serve?
MARINE CITY serves approximately 4,652 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Marine City.
What type of water does MARINE CITY provide?
MARINE CITY 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 MI0004090.
How does MARINE CITY compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MARINE CITY scores 87/100 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.