Michigan · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cass County, MI
6 community water systems serving Cass County reported 1,342 lead and 674 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 17 of unknown material. The most are in Dowagiac.
36% 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 24%
- Galvanized (replace) 12%
- Unknown 0.3%
- Non-lead 64%
Water systems serving Cass County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DowagiacDowagiac | 1,068 | 388 | 0 | 49% |
| CassopolisCassopolis | 274 | 286 | 1 | 73% |
| Eagle Lake CondominiumsCass County | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0% |
| Cass County Water SystemCass County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| EdwardsburgEdwardsburg | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| MarcellusMarcellus | 0 | 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 Cass County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cass County reported 1,342 lead and 674 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 17 of unknown material.
Which Cass County water systems have the most lead lines?
Dowagiac (1,456), Cassopolis (560).
How do I check my home in Cass 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.