Understanding the Proposed Revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule

Key Takeaways In November 2019, the USEPA published the revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule with seemingly small changes that could have significant implications. The proposed revisions will require water systems to immediately prepare a lead service line (LSL) inventory and an LSL replacement pla...

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Published in:Journal - American Water Works Association 2020-03, Vol.112 (3), p.6-15
Main Authors: Estes‐Smargiassi, Stephen, Cornwell, David, Slabaugh, Rebecca, Via, Steve
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Community Water System
Compliance
Distribution Systems
Lead and Copper Rule
Water Systems
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Summary:Key Takeaways In November 2019, the USEPA published the revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule with seemingly small changes that could have significant implications. The proposed revisions will require water systems to immediately prepare a lead service line (LSL) inventory and an LSL replacement plan. The proposal would expand the current public education requirements to include sampling for lead at schools and childcare facilities. The proposal would require Tier 1 notification of lead action level exceedances; it also would require active outreach to customers when lead service lines are replaced.
ISSN:0003-150X
1551-8833
DOI:10.1002/awwa.1458