Michigan · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Emmet County, MI
7 community water systems serving Emmet County reported 5 lead and 159 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 971 of unknown material. The most are in City of Petoskey.
2.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Michigan average (9.8%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.7%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Emmet County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of PetoskeyPetoskey | 5 | 159 | 840 | 4.7% |
| Hamlet West Property Owners AssocEmmet County | 0 | 0 | 76 | 0% |
| Hamlet Village Condominiums AssociationEmmet County | 0 | 0 | 45 | 0% |
| Harbor Hills Subdivision AssociationEmmet County | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Birchwood FarmsEmmet County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of Harbor SpringsHarbor Springs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Little Traverse TownshipEmmet County | 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 Emmet County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Emmet County reported 5 lead and 159 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 971 of unknown material.
Which Emmet County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Petoskey (164).
How do I check my home in Emmet 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.