What was found in Jackson's water
The level at the city's main supplier, the highest level anywhere in the city, the EPA limit for each, and where every figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithium | 13 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: JACKSON · 33,165 people · 2025 | 3/6 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0 mg/L 0% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: JACKSON · 33,165 people · 2025
Highest in the city: 0.0010 mg/L — ARBOR RIDGE CONDOMINIUMS · 58 people · 2024 | 6/6 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Jackson
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| JACKSON | 33,165 |
| SUMMIT TOWNSHIP | 25,355 |
| BLACKMAN TOWNSHIP | 21,222 |
| INDIAN VILLAGE | 394 |
| WILLOWS ON TWIN PONDS | 147 |
| ARBOR RIDGE CONDOMINIUMS | 58 |
Frequently asked questions about Jackson tap water
Is Jackson tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Jackson. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Jackson?
6 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Jackson, Michigan to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Jackson's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Jackson include Lithium, Lead. The full list, with the level at the main supplier and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.