ZIP Code 48189 Water Quality & Testing Report
Whitmore Lake, MI · Washtenaw County County · Updated for 2026
Compiled & verified by Sahajul Haque from official EPA SDWIS recordsIs Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 48189 (Whitmore Lake, MI)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 48189 (Whitmore Lake, MI) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (64/100) due to 1 health violation(s) and 1.0 ppb lead. While treated by Westbrook Apartments, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
1
Total Violations
7
Lead Risk
Moderate
Contaminants
1
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 48189
Tap water in ZIP code 48189 (Whitmore Lake, MI) is distributed by Westbrook Apartments (EPA ID: MI0007035), serving approximately 330 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 64/100.
Water System
Westbrook Apartments
EPA ID: MI0007035
Water Source
Ground Water
Population Served
330 residents
County
Washtenaw County County, Michigan
Lead Levels in ZIP 48189
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 1.0 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 48189 is rated Moderate. EPA models estimate a 41% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 48189 is Hard (167 mg/L / 9.8 GPG). Residents may notice white mineral spots on glassware, reduced soap efficiency, and mineral scale on faucets and showerheads.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
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Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: Westbrook Apartments · PWSID: MI0007035
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
Westbrook Apartments has recorded 1 health-based violation out of 7 total violations over the past 5 years. 3 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 1 contaminant with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Stage 2 DBP Rule.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Ground Water
This system draws water from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through soil and rock, but can still contain naturally occurring minerals like arsenic, radium, or nitrates.
Highest potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 1 — highest potential for radon in indoor air. Homeowners should test their home for radon and consider mitigation if levels exceed 4 pCi/L.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 48189
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 48189 served by Westbrook Apartments can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 48189 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 48189 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 48189 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by Westbrook Apartments. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →