What was found in Gaylord's water
The highest level seen across the city's suppliers, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | 0.5000 mg/L 3333% above the EPA limit of 0.0150 mg/L | 6/6 | LCR |
| Pfhxa | 0.0051 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/6 | UCMR-5 |
| PFBS | 0.0031 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/6 | UCMR-5 |
Water suppliers serving Gaylord
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| GAYLORD, CITY OF | 3,629 |
| GLEN MEADOWS CONDOMINIUMS | 142 |
| BEAVER CREEK RESORT | 76 |
| LAKEVIEW APARTMENTS | 64 |
| WEST PARK APARTMENTS | 54 |
| THE PORCHES | 25 |
Frequently asked questions about Gaylord tap water
Is Gaylord tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 3 contaminants in the water serving Gaylord. 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 Gaylord?
6 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Gaylord, Michigan to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Gaylord's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Gaylord include Lead, Pfhxa, PFBS. The full list, with the highest level found 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.