A98/100
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,600 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0004260
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 17, 2024 – July 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP
Is MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP water safe to drink?
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP water receives a grade of A (98/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP have any EPA violations?
Yes, MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP serve?
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP serves approximately 25,600 people, Michigan.
What type of water does MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP provide?
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0004260.
How does MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP scores 98/100 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.