Summary
The $25 million water line replacement fixed the worst third of the system, but old pipe in the south end is breaking again after a hard winter. Remaining fixes run half a million to a million dollars per segment, and sewer upgrades could run $3-4 million each if full build-out happens.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Remaining water main segments run roughly $500,000 to $1 million each; sewer upgrades could hit $3-4 million.
Residents who rely on reliable water and sewer service, especially in older neighborhoods.
Residents face service disruption risk where old pipes remain, and taxpayers fund the phased replacements.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Boil water advisory lifted for portions of Burton and Grand Blanc Township
Boil water advisory lifted for portions of Burton and Grand Blanc Township WSMH
City Council - May 14, 2026
The $25 million water line replacement fixed the worst third of the system, but old pipe in the south end is breaking again after a hard winter. Remaining fixes run half a million to a million dollars per segment, and sewer upgrades could run $3-4 million each if full build-out happens.
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