THOMAS TOWNSHIP Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
THOMAS TOWNSHIP serves about 11,931 people in Michigan. Like all water systems in the US, the utility is required to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that may connect the main water line to your home.
Current status: The utility has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means the exact number of homes with lead pipes is unknown.
Why this matters
Lead service lines can leach lead into your drinking water, especially in homes with acidic water or when water sits in pipes overnight. Even small amounts of lead exposure over time can affect health, particularly for young children and pregnant people. The only way to know if your home has a lead service line is to either check your records or contact your utility.
What THOMAS TOWNSHIP has (and hasn't) done
Federal law requires water systems to:
- Identify which homes have lead service lines
- Create a plan to replace them
- Provide updates to customers
THOMAS TOWNSHIP has not yet reported completing an inventory or a replacement plan to the EPA. This is not unusual—many small and mid-sized systems across the country are still in the early stages of this work. Funding and staffing challenges often slow progress.
How to find out about your home
Your water utility can tell you whether your service line is lead, copper, plastic, or unknown. Call or email THOMAS TOWNSHIP directly and ask about your address. They may be able to check property records or send someone to inspect the line where it enters your home (usually in the basement or crawl space).
If your system can't confirm your line is lead-free, assume it could contain lead and take precautions: flush your pipes before drinking or cooking, use a certified filter, or request a free water test from your utility.
Getting help
The EPA has resources on lead in drinking water and how to reduce exposure. If you have health concerns, contact your doctor or your state health department.
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Next steps for residents
- Call THOMAS TOWNSHIP and ask whether your address has a known lead service line or an unknown one.
- Request a water test to check for lead at your tap—most utilities offer this free or at low cost.
- Install a filter certified to remove lead (NSF/ANSI 53) while you investigate further.
- Check your property records or basement for clues about your line's material (older homes are higher risk).
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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 THOMAS TOWNSHIP have lead service lines?
The utility has not completed a full inventory yet, so the exact number is unknown. Some homes may have lead lines, but you won't know without contacting the utility directly about your address.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact THOMAS TOWNSHIP and provide your address. They can check records or arrange an inspection of the pipe where it enters your home. If they can't confirm it's lead-free, assume it could contain lead.
Is it safe to drink tap water from THOMAS TOWNSHIP?
The utility regularly tests water quality. However, if your service line is lead or unknown, that's where risk increases. Ask for a free water test and consider using a certified lead filter while you confirm your line material.
When will THOMAS TOWNSHIP replace lead service lines?
The utility has not yet published a replacement plan. Contact them directly to ask about timelines and whether they offer assistance programs for replacement costs.