Glen Arbor, MI 49636

2 water systems • 1,447 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

Score: 56/100

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

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

Contaminants Detected

104

Violations on Record

Health-Based Violations

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25

Violation History18 / 25

Contaminant Severity10 / 25

System Compliance0 / 15

Enforcement History0 / 10

Total Score56%

56 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)

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Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Glen Arbor vs MI & National Average

Detected Contaminants

49 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

Contaminant	Category
Atrazine	Agricultural
Simazine	Agricultural
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS	Heavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)	Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Microorganism
1,1,1-Trichloroethane	Other
1,1,2-Trichloroethane	Other
1,2-Dichloropropane	Other
2,4-D	Other
2,4,5-TP	Other
Aldicarb	Other
Aldicarb sulfone	Other
Aldicarb sulfoxide	Other
BHC-GAMMA	Other
Carbofuran	Other
Chlordane	Other
Chlorine	Other
Consumer Confidence Rule	Other
DICHLOROMETHANE	Other
Dinoseb	Other
Endrin	Other
Heptachlor	Other
Heptachlor epoxide	Other
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene	Other
LASSO	Other
Methoxychlor	Other
OXAMYL	Other
Pentachlorophenol	Other
Picloram	Other
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)	Other
Toxaphene	Other
1,1-Dichloroethylene	Volatile Organic
1,2-Dichloroethane	Volatile Organic
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene	Volatile Organic
Benzene	Volatile Organic
Carbon tetrachloride	Volatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENE	Volatile Organic
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene	Volatile Organic
Ethylbenzene	Volatile Organic
HEXACHLOROBENZENE	Volatile Organic
o-Dichlorobenzene	Volatile Organic
p-Dichlorobenzene	Volatile Organic
Styrene	Volatile Organic
Tetrachloroethylene	Volatile Organic
Toluene	Volatile Organic
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene	Volatile Organic
Trichloroethylene	Volatile Organic
Vinyl chloride	Volatile Organic
Xylenes, Total	Volatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:: THE LEELANAU SCHOOL, HOMESTEAD/CRYSTAL RIVER WATER CO
Population Served:: 1,447
Systems With Violations:: 2 of 2
Major Violations:: 59
Enforcement Actions:: 59

Nearby Areas

49630

Empire • 2.5 mi away

49664

Maple City • 4.2 mi away

49617

Beulah • 16.8 mi away

49682

Suttons Bay • 18.6 mi away

49643

Interlochen • 19.4 mi away

49684

Traverse City • 19.7 mi away

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.