A85/100
SYLVAN LAKE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,155 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0006530
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 25, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 SYLVAN LAKE
Is SYLVAN LAKE water safe to drink?
SYLVAN LAKE water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SYLVAN LAKE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SYLVAN LAKE's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SYLVAN LAKE have any EPA violations?
Yes, SYLVAN LAKE has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does SYLVAN LAKE serve?
SYLVAN LAKE serves approximately 2,155 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Sylvan Lake.
What type of water does SYLVAN LAKE provide?
SYLVAN LAKE 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 MI0006530.
How does SYLVAN LAKE compare to other utilities in Michigan?
SYLVAN LAKE scores 85/100 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.