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Portage, Michigan Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 3 water systems serving 46,512 people.

85
Good
out of 100

Water Source

3
Water Systems
47K
People Served
Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFBS0.008 No federal limit2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory)
0%
Below guideline
PFHxS0.005 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
50%
Within limit

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (6)

72

Jul 1, 2025

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (118)

34

Jul 14, 2025

moderate

34

Jul 14, 2025

moderate

34

Jul 14, 2025

moderate

51

Jul 1, 2023

moderate

51

Jul 1, 2023

moderate

+ 113 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Portage tap water safe to drink?

Portage's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Portage tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Portage's water supply across 3 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Portage?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Portage's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Portage have any water quality violations?

Yes, Portage currently has 6 active violations. See the violations section above for details.