C46/100
QUINNESEC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,200 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0005590
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 QUINNESEC
Is QUINNESEC water safe to drink?
QUINNESEC water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has QUINNESEC detected?
1 contaminants were tested in QUINNESEC's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does QUINNESEC have any EPA violations?
Yes, QUINNESEC has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does QUINNESEC serve?
QUINNESEC serves approximately 1,200 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Quinnesec.
What type of water does QUINNESEC provide?
QUINNESEC sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0005590.
How does QUINNESEC compare to other utilities in Michigan?
QUINNESEC scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.