Michigan · 10 community water systems
Lead pipes in St. Joseph County, MI
10 community water systems serving St. Joseph County reported 3,351 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 449 of unknown material. The most are in Sturgis.
35% 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 32%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.7%
- Unknown 4.3%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving St. Joseph County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SturgisSturgis | 1,341 | 176 | 75 | 38% |
| Three RiversThree Rivers | 1,420 | 83 | 39 | 56% |
| White PigeonWhite Pigeon | 494 | 4 | 0 | 76% |
| MendonMendon | 96 | 18 | 0 | 32% |
| Burr OakBurr Oak | 0 | 0 | 272 | 0% |
| ConstantineConstantine | 0 | 0 | 63 | 0% |
| Lockport TownshipSt. Joseph County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| CentrevilleCentreville (Rr Name Centervil | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Glen Oaks Community CollegeSt. Joseph County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| ColonColon | 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 St. Joseph County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving St. Joseph County reported 3,351 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 449 of unknown material.
Which St. Joseph County water systems have the most lead lines?
Sturgis (1,517), Three Rivers (1,503), White Pigeon (498).
How do I check my home in St. Joseph 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.