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SUMPTER TOWNSHIP
WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT Is my water safe?
2021 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE REPORT - CCR
We are pleased to present this year's Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) as required by the Safe Drinking
Drinking water quality is important to our community and the region. Sumpter Twp and the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) Water Act (SDWA). This report is designed to provide details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it
are committed to meeting state and federal water quality standards including the Lead and Copper Rule. With the Great Lakes as compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality. We are committed to pro-
our water source and proven treatment technologies, the GLWA consistently delivers safe drinking water to our community. viding you with information because informed customers are our best allies.
Sumpter Twp operates the system of water mains that carry this water to your home's service line. This year's Water Quality Report
highlights the performance of GLWA and Sumpter Twp water professionals in delivering some of the nation's best drinking water. Do I need to take special precautions?
Together, we remain committed to protecting public health and maintaining open communication with the public about our drink-
ing water. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised per-
sons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS
Contaminants that may be present in source water include: or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek
advice about drinking water from their health care providers.EPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on appropriate
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Water
presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and Drinking Hotline (800-426-4791).
potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800-426-
4791). The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs,
and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some Where does my water come from?
cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.
Your source water comes from the Detroit River, situated within the Lake St. Clair, and several watersheds within U.S. and Canada.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include: The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality in partnership the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department and several other
governmental agencies performed a source water assessment in 2004 to determine the susceptibility or relative potential of con-
Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, tamination. The susceptibility rating is on a seven-tiered scale from "very low" to "very high" based primarily on geologic sensi-
agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife. tivity, water chemistry, and contamination sources. The susceptibility of our Detroit River source water intake was determined to
be highly susceptible to potential contamination. However, all four Detroit water treatment plants that use source water from Detroit
Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban storm water River have historically provided satisfactory treatment of this source water to meet drinking water standards.
runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.
GLWA initiated source-water protection activities that include chemical containment, spill response, and a mercury reduction pro-
Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and gram. GLWA participates in a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit discharge program and has an emergency
residential uses. response management plan. GLWA voluntarily developed and receive approval in 2016 for a source water protection program
Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organics, which are by-products of industrial process- (SWIPP) for the Detroit River intakes. The programs include seven elements that include the following: roles and duties of gov-
es and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff and septic systems. ernment units and water supply agencies, delineation of a source water protection area, identification of potential of source water
protection area, management approaches for protection, contingency plans, siting of new sources and public participation and edu-
Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activ- cation.
ities.
Source water assessment and its availability
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations, which limit the number of certain contaminants in
water provided by public water systems. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants See GLWA WA source water information on their website at www.glwa.org
in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health. Sumpter township actively distributes information regarding drinking water, sanitary sewer disposal, septic field and storm
water/ditch system information.
The vulnerability of some populations to contaminants in drinking water.
Why are there contaminants in my drinking water?
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than is the general population. lmmuno- compromised per-
sons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The
or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and
advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infec- potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-
tion by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). 426-4791).
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells.
As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and, in some cases,
radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity: microbial con-
taminants, such as viruses and bacteria, that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock opera-
tions, and wildlife; inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban
stormwater runoff, industrial, or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming; pesticides and herbi-
cides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses; organic
Chemical Contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and
petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems; and radioactive contam-
inants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure that tap
water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the levels of certain contaminants in water provided by public water
systems.Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must
provide the same protection for public health.
LEAD How can I get involved?
Safe drinking water is a shared responsibility. The water that GLWA delivers to our community does not contain lead. Lead can Township board meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays every month 6pm-8pm.
leach into drinking water through home plumbing fixtures, and in some cases, customers service lines. Corrosion control reduces Any resident is welcome to visit township hall and/or our DPW office building to discuss concerns and ways to be more active
the risk of lead and copper from leaching into your water. Orthophosphates are added during the treatment process as a corrosion within our township.
control method to create a protective coating in service pipes throughout the system, including your home or business. Sumpter
Township performs required lead and copper sampling and testing in our community. Water customers also have a responsibility Water Conservation Tips
to maintain the plumbing in their homes and businesses and can take steps to limit their exposure to lead.
Did you know that the average U.S. household uses approximately 400 gallons of water per day or 100 gallons per person per day?
Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. It is possible that Luckily, there are many low-cost and no-cost ways to conserve water. Small changes can make a big difference - try one today and
lead levels at your home may be higher than at other homes in the community because of materials used in your home's plumbing. soon it will become second nature.
If you are concerned about elevated lead levels in your home's water, you may wish to have your water tested and flush your tap • Take short showers - a 5-minute shower uses 4 to 5 gallons of water compared to up to 50 gallons for a bath.
for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using tap water. Additional information is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800- • Shut off water while brushing your teeth, washing your hair and shaving and save up to 500 gallons a
426-4791 ). month.
• Use a water-efficient showerhead. They're inexpensive, easy to install, and can save you up to 750 gallons a month.
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in • Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons a
drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Sumpter Township month.
is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. • Water plants only when necessary.
When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tao for 30 • Fix leaky toilets and faucets. Faucet washers are inexpensive and take only a few minutes to replace. To check your toilet
seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you have a service line that is lead, galvanized previously con- for a leak, place a few drops of food coloring in the tank and wait. If it seeps into the toilet bowl without flushing, you
nected to lead, or unknown but likely to be lead, it is recommended that you run your water for at least 5 minutes to flush water have a leak. Fixing it or replacing it with a new, more efficient model can save up to 1,000 gallons a month.
from both your home plumbing and the lead service line. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your • Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered. Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it and
water tested. during the cooler parts of the day to reduce evaporation.
Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe • Teach your kids about water conservation to ensure a future generation that uses water wisely. Make it a family effort to
Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791 or at http://water.epa.gov/drink/info/lead. reduce next month's water bill!
• Visit www.epa.gov/watersense for more information.
Where does my water come from?
Cross Connection Control Survey
Your source water comes from the Detroit River, situated within the Lake St. Clair, and several watersheds within U.S. and Canada.
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality in partnership the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department and several other The purpose of this survey is to determine whether a cross-connection may exist at your home or business. A cross connection is
governmental agencies performed a source water assessment in 2004 to determine the susceptibility or relative potential of con- an unprotected or improper connection to a public water distribution system that may cause contamination or pollution to enter the
tamination. The susceptibility rating is on a seven-tiered scale from "very low" to "very high" based primarily on geologic sensi- system. We are responsible for enforcing cross-connection control
tivity, water chemistry, and contamination sources. The susceptibility of our Detroit River source water intake was determined to
be highly susceptible to potential contamination. However, all four Detroit water treatment plants that use source water from Detroit regulations and ensuring that no contaminants can, under any flow conditions, enter the distribution system. If you have any of the
River have historically provided satisfactory treatment of this source water to meet drinking water standards. devices listed below, please contact us so that we can discuss the issue, and if needed, survey your connection, and assist you in
isolating it if that is necessary.
GLWA initiated source-water protection activities that include chemical containment, spill response, and a mercury reduction pro- • Boiler/ Radiant heater (water heaters not included)
gram. GLWA participates in a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit discharge program and has an emergency • Underground lawn sprinkler system
response management plan. GLWA voluntarily developed and receive approval in 2016 for a source water protection program • Pool or hot tub (whirlpool tubs not included)
(SWIPP) for the Detroit River intakes. The programs include seven elements that include the following: roles and duties of gov- • Additional source(s) of water on the property
ernment units and water supply agencies, delineation of a source water protection area, identification of potential of source water • Decorative pond
protection area, management approaches for protection, contingency plans, siting of new sources and public participation and edu- • Watering trough
cation.
Source Water Protection Tips
Sumpter Twp and the Great Lakes Water Authority are committed to safeguarding our water supply and delivering the highest qual-
ity drinking water to protect public health. For a copy of this report please go to our web site at Sumptertwp.org, under Departments, Protection of drinking water is everyone's responsibility. You can help protect your community's drinking water source in several
under Water Department. Please contact us with any questions or concerns about ways:
your water. • Eliminate excess use of lawn and garden fertilizers and pesticides - they contain hazardous chemicals that can reach your
drinking water source.
• Pick up after your pets.
• If you have your own septic system, properly maintain your system to reduce leaching to water sources or consider con-
necting to a public water system.
• Dispose of chemicals properly; take used motor oil to a recycling center.
• Volunteer in your community. Find a watershed or wellhead protection organization in your community and volunteer to
help. If there are no active groups, consider starting one. Use EPA's Adopt Your Watershed to locate groups in your com-
munity or visit the Watershed Information Network's How to Start a Watershed Team.
• Organize a storm drain stenciling project with your local government or water supplier. Stencil a message next to the street
drain reminding people "Dump No Waste - Drains to River" or “Protect Your Water.” Produce and distribute a flyer for
households to remind residents that storm drains dump directly into your local water body.
Township Water Department Mission
The Sumpter township water department welcomes resident feedback. We actively test, maintain, and repair our system to the best
of our abilities. If you have any additional concerns or questions, please direct them to township hall and/or our DPW office build-
ing at 23483 Sumpter Rd. Belleville, MI 48111 - (734) 461-6201.
Monitoring and reporting of compliance data violations
In July 2021 Sumpter Township missed the quarterly TTHM/HAA5 testing. This happened due to retirement on an employee and
miscommunication between township and MI-EGLE staff. Health effects from this missed sample are unknown but the township
is now back in compliance after completing the required October sampling for TTHM/HAA5.
Report for missing water testing in July 2021
In July of 2021 Sumpter Township missed the water sampling for Haloacetic Acids and Total Tribalomethanes. This happened
because of a miscommunication between myself and Tiffany yusko-kotimiko from EGLE. By missing this water testing Sumpter
Township fell out of compliance with EGLE. TO come back into compliance Sumpter Township has to complete the water sam-
pling in October for TTHM and HAA5. Sumpter Township also has to put a public notice in the CCR report due by July 1st 2022.
I will include paperwork I received from EGLE in this report.

Michael Pelrowski

Additional Information for Lead
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in
drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. Sumpter Township
is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components.
When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30
seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to
have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is
available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
Water Quality Data Table
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of contaminants in water pro-
vided by public water systems. The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that we detected during the calendar year
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