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941 people served · 9 water systems
CHICAGO, Michigan is a rural community with 941 residents served by a network of 9 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP codes 60603, 60607, 60618.
CHICAGO's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving CHICAGO. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
CHICAGO's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
COUNTRY MANOR
PWSID: MI0040656
190 served
MAPLE KNOLL
PWSID: MI0040123
90 served
GOLDEN POND ESTATES
PWSID: MI0040476
102 served
THREE MILE LAKE TRAILER PARK
PWSID: MI0040497
112 served
VIKING RIVER MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: MI0040498
55 served
APPLEWOOD
PWSID: MI0040668
75 served
SUGARLOAF MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: MI0040256
142 served
SHADY BROOK MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: MI0040496
50 served
WHISPERING PINES ESTATES
PWSID: MI0040500
125 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
CHICAGO has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 9 water systems serving 941 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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