Michigan · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Gratiot County, MI
4 community water systems serving Gratiot County reported 4 lead and 534 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 625 of unknown material. The most are in City of St. Louis.
8.7% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 8.6%
- Unknown 10%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Gratiot County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of St. LouisSt. Louis | 4 | 381 | 108 | 26% |
| City of AlmaAlma | 0 | 115 | 505 | 3.8% |
| City of IthacaIthaca | 0 | 38 | 0 | 3.3% |
| Village of BreckenridgeBreckenridge | 0 | 0 | 12 | 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 Gratiot County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Gratiot County reported 4 lead and 534 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 625 of unknown material.
Which Gratiot County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of St. Louis (385), City of Alma (115), City of Ithaca (38).
How do I check my home in Gratiot 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.