Bay City, Michigan: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 28 community water systems serving 93,352+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Bay City Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Bay City tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 28 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

Bay City Water Quality Overview

Bay City, Michigan is served by 28 community water systems providing water to approximately 93,352 residents. These systems draw from surface water purchased (17), groundwater (9), surface water (2) sources. Bay City water systems have recorded 7 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 214 total violations on record.

Water Systems

Health Violations

28/28

Rated A or B

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All 28 water systems in Bay City

BAY CITY, CITY OF A

BAY CITY, MI · 32,255 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

BANGOR TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 11,999 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 9,652 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

BAY CO. DEPT OF WATER & SEWER A

BAY CITY, MI · 8,465 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

WILLIAMS TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 5,444 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

MONITOR TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 5,217 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

FRANKENLUST TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 3,626 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

KAWKAWLIN TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 3,170 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

BANGOR-MONITOR METRO DISTRICT A

BAY CITY, MI · 2,971 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

PINCONNING TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 1,479 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

MERRITT TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 1,474 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

FRASER TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 1,226 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

BEAVER TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 1,211 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

MDOT - ALGER REST AREA, R625 A

BAY CITY, MI · 1,000 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BEAVER ROAD AREA WATER ASSOC. A

BAY CITY, MI · 829 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES- MT PLEASANT A

BAY CITY, MI · 640 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

PORTSMOUTH TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 535 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

WISNER AREA WATER SYSTEM A

BAY CITY, MI · 504 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES RIFLE RIVER A

BAY CITY, MI · 500 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE SAGA BAY A

BAY CITY, MI · 400 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

AKRON TOWNSHIP A

BAY CITY, MI · 219 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

OUTDOOR WILDERNESS A

BAY CITY, MI · 210 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES SAGA BAY SEASONAL WEL A

BAY CITY, MI · 200 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BAY-ARENAC ISD A

BAY CITY, MI · 50 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LOGAN'S LANDING INT'L MALL A

BAY CITY, MI · 50 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BENJAMIN'S BEAVER CREEK RESORT A

BAY CITY, MI · 25 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

SAGINAW-MIDLAND WATER SUPPLY A

BAY CITY, MI · 1 people · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations

BAY AREA WATER SYSTEM A

BAY CITY, MI · Surface Water ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Michigan tap water safety report covering Michigan’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Bay City Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bay City, Michigan tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Bay City tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 28 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

How many water utilities serve Bay City, Michigan?

28 community water systems serve Bay City, Michigan, providing water to approximately 93,352 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Bay City tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Bay City drinking water?

EPA violation records for Bay City water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Bay City?

Enter your Bay City ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).