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Tap Water Quality in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48205)

Serving Detroit, Michigan

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1 above health guidelines
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Is the Tap Water Safe in Detroit, Michigan?

Tap water in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48205) has 1 contaminant above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

ZIP 48205 is served by 3 water utilities providing water to Detroit. Water quality varies by utility and city. Click on the cities below to see detailed reports for your specific area.

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Water Quality Report for ZIP 48205

1 contaminant above EPA health guidelines

These levels represent the worst case across all cities in this ZIP code. Check individual city reports for specific details.

0.87 pCi/L
Guideline: 0 pCi/L

Water Utilities Serving ZIP 48205

DEARBORN

People Served:

109,976

Contact:
999-999-9999

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

11

REDFORD TOWNSHIP

People Served:

49,504

Contact:

Not available

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

12

DETROIT CITY OF

People Served:

713,777

Contact:
313-267-1239

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

69

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Best Water Filters for Detroit (ZIP 48205)

Based on the contaminants found in your area, we recommend NSF-certified water filters that can remove the specific contaminants above health guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Detroit Tap Water

Is the tap water safe in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48205)?

Tap water in Detroit, Michigan (ZIP 48205) has 1 contaminant above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing the detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

Which water utilities serve ZIP code 48205?

ZIP code 48205 is served by 3 water utilities: DEARBORN, REDFORD TOWNSHIP, DETROIT CITY OF.

How do I pay my water bill in Detroit (ZIP 48205)?

DETROIT CITY OF (the largest utility serving ZIP 48205) handles billing for most Detroit addresses. Call 313-267-1239 to pay your bill or set up online payments. Other utilities serve smaller pockets of this ZIP — check the utility list below if you don't recognize DETROIT CITY OF.

What contaminants are in Detroit water (ZIP 48205)?

Water testing in ZIP 48205 found 1 contaminant above EPA health guidelines: Gross Alpha (Excl. Radon and Uranium).

Should I use a water filter in Detroit (ZIP 48205)?

Yes, we recommend using an NSF-certified water filter for ZIP 48205 because 1 contaminant is above EPA health guidelines. Reverse osmosis systems or under-sink filters certified to remove the specific contaminants found in your water are recommended.

What cities are in ZIP code 48205?

ZIP code 48205 serves Detroit, Michigan.

How we built this page

Water-quality data on this page comes from public federal and state records for the 3 utilityies serving ZIP 48205. We refresh each utility's record whenever its underlying source publishes new data.

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