A94/100
UTICA, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,059 people · Michigan
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MI0006760
Violations
3
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 15, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – February 2, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – September 29, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 UTICA, CITY OF
Is UTICA, CITY OF water safe to drink?
UTICA, CITY OF water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has UTICA, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in UTICA, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UTICA, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, UTICA, CITY OF has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does UTICA, CITY OF serve?
UTICA, CITY OF serves approximately 5,059 people, Michigan. The system provides water to 1 community: Utica.
What type of water does UTICA, CITY OF provide?
UTICA, CITY OF 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 MI0006760.
How does UTICA, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Michigan?
UTICA, CITY OF scores 94/100 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.