Question 1

Where does utility provider data come from?

Accepted Answer

Utility data is compiled from Census Bureau ACS housing data (heating fuel, costs), EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) for water systems, and state utility commission records. Provider names and service areas come from utility filings and municipal records.

Question 2

What is included in monthly housing costs?

Accepted Answer

Census Bureau housing cost data includes mortgage or rent payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities (electric, gas, water, sewer), and condominium fees if applicable. The median housing cost gives a typical monthly total for homeowners or renters in the municipality.

Question 3

How do I find out who provides my water?

Accepted Answer

Your water provider is typically the municipal water department or a regional water commission. Check your water bill for the provider name, or search the EPA's SDWIS database. This page lists all public water systems serving this area along with any violations.

Name▲▼	Type▲▼	Status▲▼	Population Served▼
NORTON SHORES	Community	Active	23,994
CRYSTAL GAS AND FOOD LLC	Transient Non-Community	Active	150
ELKS PARK CAMPGROUND	Transient Non-Community	Active	150
HILLCREST MOBILE HOME PARK	Community	Inactive	133
PORTAGE POINT INN	Community	Active	125
OAKWOOD RESORT	Transient Non-Community	Active	60
ELKS PARK - BEACH	Transient Non-Community	Active	50
AL GALY'S PLACE	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	50
ELKS PARK - BIG TOP KITCHEN	Transient Non-Community	Active	45
TEEN CHALLENGE	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	30
MASONS KITCHENETTES	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	30
LIFE OF RILEY	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
AIRPORT PLAZA	Non-Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
ALSTROM CONSTRUCTION	Non-Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
ROODMONT PLAZA	Non-Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25
LITTLE BLACK LAKE BAPTIST CHUR	Transient Non-Community	Inactive	25