Controlling Lead in Drinking Water

Abstract

This project produced a white paper that provides recommendations for controlling lead in drinking water. Items of discussion include background on lead in drinking water, methods for controlling lead at the tap, and lead service line replacement. Six case studies are also available under Project Resources/Case Studies. Research Partner: AWWA. Published in 2015.

Resources

Public Plus

Controlling Lead in Drinking Water

Report

#4409

02/25/2015

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Lead and Copper Corrosion Control Case Studies

Case Study

11/14/2015

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Controlling Lead in Drinking Water

Abstract

Resources

Controlling Lead in Drinking Water

Lead and Copper Corrosion Control Case Studies

Optimization of Phosphorus-Based Corrosion Control Chemicals Using a Comprehensive Perspective of Water Quality

Distribution System Water Quality Changes Following Corrosion Control Strategies

Lead Service Line Identification Techniques

Guidance for Complying with the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions for Water Systems with No- to Low Prevalence of Lead Service Lines (LSL, LSLs)

Post-Wildfire Distribution System Water Quality Impacts and Potential Responses

Guidance for Using Pipe Rigs to Inform Lead and Copper Corrosion Control Treatment Decisions

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