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Care for MI Drinking Water

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Care for MI Drinking Water

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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Public Health Drinking Water Program investigates and addresses drinking water quality concerns to protect Michiganders from drinking water contaminants.

The program also ensures that Michigan residents can access information about drinking water, so they feel empowered to make informed decisions to protect their health from potential drinking water contamination.

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Learn about drinking water sources, public water supplies and private residential wells.

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Contamination fact sheets to learn how drinking water is contaminated, health effects and treatment methods.

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Test your drinking water, find a lab and understand your test results.

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Treatment methods for your home's water based on your test results and ways to maintain your home's water quality.

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Education & outreach materials to get involved in your community to protect drinking water sources and to share with others.

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Projects that MDHHS is working on in local communities that include drinking water.

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Resources to help you learn about drinking water, including our published reports, newsletters and health assessments.

Contact information:

If you have questions or concerns, call MDHHS at 800-648-6942.

Updated 9/3/26