LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS (LCRR)

Revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule, effective December 16, 2021, are designed to better protect children and communities from the risks of lead exposure. The implementation of this rule has begun, however, there are additional changes on the way. The EPA announced that it intends to further revise its regulation on water. The Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) are expected before October 2024.

Granger-Hunter Improvement District is currently in the process of identifying all water service pipe materials in the district.

Water crew identifying water line material.

Water crew identifying water line material using a valve maintenance vehicle.

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Water Line Inventory

To reduce lead in drinking water, the EPA introduced new lead and copper rules that tasked water providers with identifying the material of every pipe…

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Check Your Home or Business’ Plumbing for Lead and Copper

Lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and…

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Water Quality

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