June 17, 2026
Lead in Michigan Drinking Water 2026
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Lead in Michigan Drinking Water 2026
Lead contamination has been detected in drinking water systems across Michigan. Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures. Our analysis of Michigan water quality reports found Lead present in 79 cities and water systems statewide. If you live in one of these communities, a certified home filter can significantly reduce your exposure -- browse Lead filters at PureWaterGuys.
Cities in Michigan with Lead Detected
The following 79 water systems in Michigan reported Lead in their annual water quality reports. Click any city to read the full report.
| City / Water System | Water Quality Report |
|---|---|
| Ada Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Allegan Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Aurora Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bancroft Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Baraga Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Battle Creek Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Bay City Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Belleville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Benton Harbor Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Berrien Springs Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Beulah Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Big Rapids Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Birmingham Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Buckley Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Burton Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Chatham Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Clinton Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Copper Harbor Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Curtis Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Dansville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Dearborn Heights Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Decker Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Denver Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Dewitt Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Durango Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Eau Claire Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Englewood Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Essexville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Ferndale Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Flint Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Freeland Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gladwin Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Gowen Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Grand Blanc Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Grand Haven Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Grand Rapids Mi Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Grosse Pointe Park Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hamtramck Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hermansville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hersey Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Hesperia Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Holly Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Homer Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Imlay City Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Kalamazoo Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Keego Harbor Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Laingsburg Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lake Linden Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lake Odessa Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lapeer Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lawrence Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Lemont Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Leslie Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Manton Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Marquette Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mattawan Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mecosta Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Melvindale Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Morganville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Mt Morris Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| New Haven Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Onondaga Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Orchard Lake Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Otisville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Palmer Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Redford Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| San Diego Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Sanford Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Shepherd Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| St Clair Mi Water Quality Report 2027 | View Report |
| St Ignace Mi Water Quality Report 2027 | View Report |
| Swartz Creek Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Taylor Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Thompsonville Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Unknown Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Waterford Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| West Covina Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Whitehall Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
| Whitmore Lake Mi Water Quality Report 2026 | View Report |
What Does This Mean For You?
Detecting Lead in your water supply does not necessarily mean immediate danger, but long-term exposure -- even at low levels -- carries measurable health risk. NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively.
Our recommendation: View Lead filters certified for Michigan water conditions or take our free Water Finder Quiz to get a personalized recommendation.
Filter Lead From Your Michigan Tap Water
PureWaterGuys carries NSF-certified filters proven to reduce Lead and other contaminants found in Michigan water.
Shop Lead Filters Take the Water QuizFrequently Asked Questions
What is Lead?
Lead has no safe exposure level. It causes neurological damage, especially in children. Sources include aging pipes and plumbing fixtures.
Is Michigan tap water safe to drink?
Water quality varies by city. Of the Michigan systems we analyzed, 79 detected Lead. Most levels are below EPA action thresholds, but long-term low-level exposure carries health risk. Check your city's report above or use a certified home filter as a precaution.
What filter removes Lead from tap water?
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems remove lead effectively. See our Lead filter options.
Data sourced from EPA-mandated annual water quality reports (Consumer Confidence Reports). Last updated: 2026. Not all systems are required to test for every contaminant.