What was found in Midland'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pfba | 0.0089 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: MIDLAND, CITY OF · 42,547 people · 2024 | 1/6 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0025 mg/L 17% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: MIDLAND, CITY OF · 42,547 people · 2024
Highest in the city: 0.0084 mg/L — MILLS TOWNSHIP · 450 people · 2023 | 5/6 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Midland
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| MIDLAND, CITY OF | 42,547 |
| HOMER TOWNSHIP | 3,097 |
| LARKIN TOWNSHIP | 2,878 |
| MIDLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP | 1,348 |
| MILLS TOWNSHIP | 450 |
| YODER APARTMENTS | 90 |
Frequently asked questions about Midland tap water
Is Midland tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Midland. 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 Midland?
6 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Midland, Michigan to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Midland's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Midland include Pfba, 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.