D34/100
MARLETTE, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,875 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0004110
Violations
55
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
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 MARLETTE, CITY OF
Is MARLETTE, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MARLETTE, CITY OF water receives a grade of D (34/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 55 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARLETTE, CITY OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MARLETTE, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARLETTE, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARLETTE, CITY OF has 55 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARLETTE, CITY OF serve?
MARLETTE, CITY OF serves approximately 1,875 people, Michigan.
What type of water does MARLETTE, CITY OF provide?
MARLETTE, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0004110.
How does MARLETTE, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MARLETTE, 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.