Flint, Michigan replaces most lead pipes 10 years after Michigan water crisis

10 months ago

Flint, Michigan has replaced most of its lead water pipes, more than 10 years after the contamination crisis.
State officials reported replacing 11,000 lead pipes and restoring 28,000 affected properties.
The lead pipe replacement project was completed following a 2017 lawsuit settlement.
The water crisis began in 2014 when Flint switched its water source to the Flint River, leading to contamination.
Residents reported issues with water quality, including high levels of lead and bacteria, but officials initially claimed it was safe.
Nearly 100,000 Flint residents were exposed to lead, according to the CDC.
A $626 million settlement in 2021 included free lead pipe replacements.
About 4,000 homes still have lead pipes, likely due to vacancies or resident opt-outs.

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