Wayne County Department of Health, Human & Veteran Services is actively supporting Melvindale lead remediation effort with the distribution of water filters provided by the state of Michigan. Please see the Melvindale advisory:

Melvindale Lead Advisory

Water Filter Distribution

Distribution Site Hours:
Thursday, October 24, 2019 to Friday, October 25, 2019
2:00-6:00pm

At the distribution site you will be expected to fill out a Water Filter Assistance Form to determine eligibility and for record keeping. Please click the button below for sample:

Water Filter Assistance Form

Water Filters Available for Melvindale Residents

Wayne County Department of Health, Human & Veteran Services will be providing two filters types. Product details and installation instructions can be found below:

• Faucet Filtration System - PUR Model FM-333B Box includes (1) faucet mount and (1) filter

  • Two Boxes of Replacement Faucet Filters - PUR Model RF-3375 Box includes (1) replacement faucet filter

  • Each filter is good for up to 100 gallons or 3 months

• Pitcher Filtration System - PUR Model PPT111W Box includes (1) pitcher filtration system and (1) filter

  • One Replacement Pitcher Filter Box - Model PPF951K Box includes (3) replacement pitcher filters

  • Each filter is good for up to 40 gallons or 2 months

Any of the following cartridge refills listed above can be purchased at any retail outlet.
Please see the resource materials below to learn more about lead:

• Lead Reduction Information

• Know the Facts about Lead

• Lead in Drinking Water Fact SheetLead in Drinking Water FAQ

• Recommendations for Licensed Food Establishments using Melvindale Water

• Cleaning your Aerators

Contact Us

Environmental Health Section
Health Administration Building
33030 Van Born Road
Wayne, MI 48184
Phone (734) 727-7400
Fax: (734)-727-7165

Mon-Fri: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Closed For Lunch: 11:30AM - 12:30PM