B72/100
SHELBY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,964 people · Michigan
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MI0006000
Violations
9
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 2019.
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 SHELBY
Is SHELBY water safe to drink?
SHELBY water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHELBY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SHELBY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHELBY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHELBY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHELBY serve?
SHELBY serves approximately 1,964 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Shelby.
What type of water does SHELBY provide?
SHELBY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MI0006000.
How does SHELBY compare to other utilities in Michigan?
SHELBY scores 72/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Michigan state page for a full comparison of water systems.