Michigan · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Calhoun County, MI
9 community water systems serving Calhoun County reported 4,276 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,250 of unknown material. The most are in Battle Creek - Verona System.
16% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Michigan average (9.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 15%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 58%
Water systems serving Calhoun County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek - Verona SystemBattle Creek | 3,614 | 167 | 7,066 | 20% |
| AlbionAlbion | 609 | 18 | 0 | 23% |
| AthensCalhoun County | 0 | 127 | 7 | 28% |
| MarshallMarshall | 53 | 30 | 177 | 3.0% |
| Emmett TownshipCalhoun County | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0.8% |
| Pennfield TownshipCalhoun County | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.3% |
| Pennfield Twp-Convis/VeronaCalhoun County | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.6% |
| SpringfieldSpringfield | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| HomerHomer | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Calhoun County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Calhoun County reported 4,276 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7,250 of unknown material.
Which Calhoun County water systems have the most lead lines?
Battle Creek - Verona System (3,781), Albion (627), Athens (127).
How do I check my home in Calhoun County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.