A88/100
MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,133 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0004577
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 238.93 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2011.
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 MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM
Is MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM detected?
51 contaminants were tested in MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM serve?
MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,133 people, Michigan.
What type of water does MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM provide?
MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MI0004577.
How does MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Michigan?
MUSK CO NORTHSIDE WATER SYSTEM scores 88/100 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.