C56/100
SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,250 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0005995
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.80 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Public notification violation
When: January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Public notification violation
When: July 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION
Is SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION water safe to drink?
SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION detected?
2 contaminants were tested in SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION serve?
SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION serves approximately 1,250 people, Michigan.
What type of water does SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION provide?
SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0005995.
How does SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION compare to other utilities in Michigan?
SHANTY CREEK - WATARS ASSOCIATION scores 56/100 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.