Michigan · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Keweenaw County, MI
2 community water systems serving Keweenaw County reported 0 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 60 of unknown material. The most are in Ahmeek.
5.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Michigan average (9.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.4%
- Unknown 36%
- Non-lead 59%
Water systems serving Keweenaw County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AhmeekAhmeek | 0 | 9 | 0 | 8.4% |
| Sherman TownshipGay | 0 | 0 | 60 | 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 Keweenaw County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Keweenaw County reported 0 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 60 of unknown material.
Which Keweenaw County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ahmeek (9).
How do I check my home in Keweenaw 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.