Is Carleton, MI Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Carleton, MI tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Carleton Get Its Water?
Water in Carleton, MI is provided by 3 public water systems: ASH TOWNSHIP, HURON TWP and MONROE, MI.
How Is Carleton Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine and ozone. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and direct filtration.
What's in Carleton Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Carleton public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Carleton
Current EPA monitoring data for Carleton shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carleton Tap Water
Is Carleton tap water safe to drink?
Carleton tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Carleton tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Carleton water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, HFPO-DA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Carleton get its drinking water?
Carleton receives water from 3 public water systems, including ASH TOWNSHIP.
Do I need a water filter in Carleton?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Carleton. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Carleton tap water tested?
Public water systems in Carleton are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-10-14.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Carleton
- 48117 - Carleton tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Carleton, MI
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- ASH TOWNSHIPLooks OK
- HURON TWPLooks OK
- MONROE, MILooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Ash, MI · Township
- Exeter, MI · Township