LANSING TOWNSHIP Water System Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Lansing Township serves approximately 5,500 people in Michigan. The utility draws water from groundwater sources. Like all US water systems, Lansing Township is required by federal law to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the main water distribution lines—and make that information available to the public.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
Lansing Township has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. As of our last update, the utility had not published counts of lead, galvanized, or non-lead service lines, nor had it shared details about inventory progress or plans for service line replacement.
This does not mean your home's service line is safe—or unsafe. It means the utility has not yet disclosed this data publicly. Federal rules require all water systems to develop these inventories and share findings with customers. If your system hasn't published theirs, ask why.
What You Can Do Right Now
Contact Lansing Township directly. Request:
- Whether they know if your specific address has a lead service line
- When they expect to complete and publish their full inventory
- What funding or programs exist to help replace lead lines (many states now offer grants)
In the meantime, consider interim steps:
- Have your water tested for lead if you have young children or are pregnant. Testing is often free or low-cost through your local health department.
- Use cold water for cooking and drinking (hot water can leach more lead from pipes).
- Flush your tap for 30 seconds before using water in the morning.
These steps reduce risk but do not eliminate it. Removing or replacing a lead service line is the only permanent solution.
Why This Matters
Lead can leach into drinking water, especially in older homes. Even low levels of lead exposure can affect children's brain development. There is no safe level of lead in children's drinking water.
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Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Lansing Township have lead in the water?
The utility hasn't published a public inventory showing how many homes have lead service lines. To find out if your address is affected, contact Lansing Township directly or request a water test through your local health department.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Ask Lansing Township for your property's service line material. You can also have a plumber inspect your meter or the line where it enters your home. If it's dark gray and soft (you can scratch it with a coin), it's likely lead.
Is it safe to drink tap water right now?
If you're concerned, you can test your water for lead—many local health departments offer free or low-cost testing. Use cold water for drinking and cooking, and flush your tap for 30 seconds in the morning to reduce risk.
Can Lansing Township help me replace a lead service line?
Contact the utility to ask about replacement programs or rebates. Michigan may also offer state grants or financing options for service line replacement—your utility can direct you to available programs.