What utilities are available for Upper Peninsula properties?
Utility availability depends on whether you’re buying in a village or city versus a rural area.
Village or City Properties: You’ll typically connect to existing municipal water, sewer, and natural gas lines. Expect connection fees, but installation is straightforward.
Rural Properties: You’ll typically need to install:
- Private well for water
- Septic system for wastewater
- Propane or fuel oil tank (natural gas lines don’t extend to rural areas)
- Electric service from the utility company
- Internet/phone (availability varies significantly by location)
Electricity: Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) serves the Copper Country region.
Natural Gas: SEMCO Energy provides natural gas service where lines are available—primarily in villages and cities.
Internet: High-speed internet availability varies dramatically across the Keweenaw. Providers include Spectrum, Frontier, and UP.net (Baraga Telephone Company’s fiber network). We recommend verifying service at specific addresses before purchasing.
