Michigan · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hillsdale County, MI
5 community water systems serving Hillsdale County reported 211 lead and 970 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 263 of unknown material. The most are in Hillsdale.
25% 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 4.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 20%
- Unknown 5.5%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Hillsdale County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HillsdaleHillsdale | 211 | 694 | 0 | 35% |
| JonesvilleJonesville | 0 | 230 | 204 | 26% |
| ReadingReading | 0 | 46 | 0 | 8.7% |
| WaldronWaldron | 0 | 0 | 59 | 0% |
| LitchfieldLitchfield | 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 Hillsdale County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hillsdale County reported 211 lead and 970 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 263 of unknown material.
Which Hillsdale County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hillsdale (905), Jonesville (230), Reading (46).
How do I check my home in Hillsdale 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.