Since Flint , however , broke away from the drinking water system last year , residents have been unhappy with the water 's taste and smell . They also have raised health concerns , reporting rashes , hearing loss and other problems . Residents are waiting for installation of a pipe to Lake Huron . Officials from recent state surveys show the water meets federal safety guidelines .
Since Flint , Michigan , broke away from the Detroit water system last year , residents have been unhappy with the water 's taste and smell . They also have raised health concerns , reporting rashes , hair loss and other problems . Residents are waiting for completion of a pipe to Lake Huron . Officials say recent state tests show the water meets federal safety guidelines .