Michigan · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Eaton County, MI
7 community water systems serving Eaton County reported 1,489 lead and 479 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 871 of unknown material. The most are in City of Eaton Rapids.
9.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Michigan average (9.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 7.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.4%
- Unknown 4.3%
- Non-lead 86%
Water systems serving Eaton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Eaton RapidsEaton Rapids | 1,469 | 0 | 446 | 62% |
| City of CharlotteCharlotte | 13 | 459 | 425 | 13% |
| City of Grand LedgeGrand Ledge | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0.5% |
| Village of BellevueBellevue | 3 | 7 | 0 | 1.9% |
| City of OlivetOlivet | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.8% |
| Charter Township of DeltaEaton County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of PottervillePotterville | 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 Eaton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Eaton County reported 1,489 lead and 479 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 871 of unknown material.
Which Eaton County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Eaton Rapids (1,469), City of Charlotte (472), City of Grand Ledge (14).
How do I check my home in Eaton 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.