Michigan · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Shiawassee County, MI
6 community water systems serving Shiawassee County reported 2,243 lead and 1,958 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 92 of unknown material. The most are in City of Owosso.
41% 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 22%
- Galvanized (replace) 19%
- Unknown 0.9%
- Non-lead 58%
Water systems serving Shiawassee County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of OwossoOwosso | 1,950 | 1,809 | 13 | 57% |
| City of DurandDurand | 293 | 10 | 0 | 20% |
| City of PerryPerry | 0 | 137 | 8 | 17% |
| Village of New LothropNew Lothrop | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.8% |
| Village of BancroftBancroft | 0 | 0 | 71 | 0% |
| City of CorunnaCorunna | 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 Shiawassee County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Shiawassee County reported 2,243 lead and 1,958 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 92 of unknown material.
Which Shiawassee County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Owosso (3,759), City of Durand (303), City of Perry (137).
How do I check my home in Shiawassee 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.