Michigan · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sanilac County, MI
6 community water systems serving Sanilac County reported 39 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 753 of unknown material. The most are in City of Marlette.
1.3% 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 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 14%
- Non-lead 85%
Water systems serving Sanilac County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of MarletteSanilac County | 30 | 5 | 753 | 3.8% |
| Brown CityBrown City | 4 | 29 | 0 | 6.6% |
| City of CroswellCroswell | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1.6% |
| Worth TownshipSanilac County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of SanduskySandusky | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Village of LexingtonSanilac 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 Sanilac County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sanilac County reported 39 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 753 of unknown material.
Which Sanilac County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Marlette (35), Brown City (33), City of Croswell (5).
How do I check my home in Sanilac 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.