Gladwin, MI 48624

11 water systems3,748 residents

Good water quality with few concerns

B

Score: 61/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

38

Contaminants Detected

457

Violations on Record

104

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History20 / 25
Contaminant Severity13 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score61%

61 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Gladwin vs MI & National Average

Detected Contaminants

38 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Nitrate-NitriteAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
ArsenicHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
ChlorineOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
Public NoticeOther
Combined UraniumRadiological
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and URadiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
GLADWIN, CITY OF, LAKESHORE VILLAGE, SOUTH POINTE III APARTMENTS, SILVER CREEK ESTATES MOBILE HOME COURT, SOUTH POINTE II APARTMENTS +5 more
Population Served:
3,748
Systems With Violations:
11 of 11
Major Violations:
170
Enforcement Actions:
456

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.