Michigan · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ontonagon County, MI
4 community water systems serving Ontonagon County reported 103 lead and 45 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 92 of unknown material. The most are in Bergland Township.
7.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Michigan average (9.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 5.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.4%
- Unknown 4.9%
- Non-lead 87%
Water systems serving Ontonagon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergland TownshipBergland | 88 | 0 | 61 | 59% |
| Rockland TownshipRockland | 15 | 45 | 3 | 43% |
| McMillan TownshipEwen | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0% |
| OntonagonOntonagon | 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 Ontonagon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ontonagon County reported 103 lead and 45 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 92 of unknown material.
Which Ontonagon County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bergland Township (88), Rockland Township (60).
How do I check my home in Ontonagon 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.