Michigan · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Newaygo County, MI
6 community water systems serving Newaygo County reported 540 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 268 of unknown material. The most are in White Cloud.
28% 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 17%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 8.4%
- Non-lead 64%
Water systems serving Newaygo County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White CloudWhite Cloud | 312 | 20 | 5 | 64% |
| HesperiaHesperia | 223 | 47 | 97 | 66% |
| NewaygoNewaygo | 5 | 173 | 120 | 29% |
| Lake Forest ParkNewaygo County | 0 | 74 | 0 | 100% |
| FremontFremont | 0 | 39 | 0 | 2.5% |
| Hardy ParkNewaygo County | 0 | 0 | 46 | 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 Newaygo County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Newaygo County reported 540 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 268 of unknown material.
Which Newaygo County water systems have the most lead lines?
White Cloud (332), Hesperia (270), Newaygo (178).
How do I check my home in Newaygo 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.