Michigan · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lapeer County, MI
5 community water systems serving Lapeer County reported 21 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 500 of unknown material. The most are in City of Imlay City.
0.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Michigan average (9.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 7.7%
- Non-lead 92%
Water systems serving Lapeer County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Imlay CityImlay City | 20 | 11 | 185 | 2.7% |
| City of LapeerLapeer | 1 | 0 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Village of DrydenDryden | 0 | 0 | 248 | 0% |
| Village of North BranchNorth Branch | 0 | 0 | 51 | 0% |
| Village of AlmontAlmont | 0 | 0 | 16 | 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 Lapeer County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lapeer County reported 21 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 500 of unknown material.
Which Lapeer County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Imlay City (31), City of Lapeer (1).
How do I check my home in Lapeer 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.