Water Quality in Houghton, MI
29 water systems serving 14,654 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Houghton water systems is 2.8 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 416 |
| Health-based violations | 65 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Houghton
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houghton tap water safe to drink?
Houghton tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Houghton, Michigan?
Houghton has 29 public water systems serving approximately 14,654 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.8 ppb. There are 416 total violations on record.
Does Houghton have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.8 ppb across Houghton's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Houghton?
29 public water systems are registered in Houghton, Michigan with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 14,654 people.