Michigan · 14 community water systems
Lead pipes in Muskegon County, MI
14 community water systems serving Muskegon County reported 12,866 lead and 4,030 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in Muskegon.
37% 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 28%
- Galvanized (replace) 8.7%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 63%
Water systems serving Muskegon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MuskegonMuskegon | 7,631 | 2,736 | 0 | 72% |
| Muskegon HeightsMuskegon Heights | 3,940 | 95 | 0 | 78% |
| North MuskegonNorth Muskegon | 692 | 461 | 0 | 71% |
| WhitehallWhitehall | 248 | 313 | 0 | 40% |
| Roosevelt ParkRoosevelt Park | 224 | 107 | 0 | 23% |
| MontagueMontague | 71 | 184 | 0 | 23% |
| Norton ShoresNorton Shores | 60 | 134 | 0 | 2.2% |
| Fruitport TownshipFruitport | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Muskegon Co Eastside Water SystemMuskegon County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Musk Co Northside Water SystemMuskegon County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arlington WoodsMuskegon County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| RavennaRavenna | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Apple Carr VillageMuskegon County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Egelcraft Mobile Home ParkMuskegon 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 Muskegon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Muskegon County reported 12,866 lead and 4,030 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Muskegon County water systems have the most lead lines?
Muskegon (10,367), Muskegon Heights (4,035), North Muskegon (1,153).
How do I check my home in Muskegon 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.