Michigan · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Tuscola County, MI
7 community water systems serving Tuscola County reported 138 lead and 1,278 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 497 of unknown material. The most are in City of Vassar.
26% 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 2.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 23%
- Unknown 9.0%
- Non-lead 65%
Water systems serving Tuscola County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of VassarVassar | 58 | 1,001 | 0 | 100% |
| Village of Cass CityTuscola County | 36 | 248 | 0 | 28% |
| City of CaroTuscola County | 29 | 8 | 75 | 1.7% |
| Village of GagetownTuscola County | 15 | 21 | 0 | 21% |
| Village of MillingtonMillington | 0 | 0 | 250 | 0% |
| Village of KingstonTuscola County | 0 | 0 | 163 | 0% |
| Village of MayvilleMayville | 0 | 0 | 9 | 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 Tuscola County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Tuscola County reported 138 lead and 1,278 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 497 of unknown material.
Which Tuscola County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Vassar (1,059), Village of Cass City (284), City of Caro (37).
How do I check my home in Tuscola 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.