Lead and Copper Rule Resources

  1. EPA Launches New Lead Website In Renewed Trump EPA Focus To Reduce Lead Exposures 4/24/2026

    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the release of new public education tools about lead poisoning prevention, including a new StoryMap about Lead and Children’s Health and EPA’s lead website, epa.gov/lead.

  2. Aqua Pennsylvania Wins $3.6M In PENNVEST Funding For Lead Service Line Replacements 4/22/2026

    Aqua Pennsylvania announced it was awarded a $3.6M low-interest loan through the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) for lead service line replacements throughout Delaware County.

  3. New York Lead Pipe Replacement Funding Program Requires Open Materials Evaluation 3/20/2026

    The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today said that while New York State’s fund of $250M for water infrastructure improvements should be applauded, not allowing an open procurement process would diminish results and not provide the most cost-effective solution.

  4. Copper Development Association Unveils Free In-Person Or Virtual Lead Service Line Replacement Training 2/26/2026

    The Copper Development Association is now offering its Do It Proper with Copper training program, a no-cost, expert-led educational initiative designed to help communities successfully plan and execute lead service line replacement (LSLR) projects.

  5. EPA Defends 10-Year Lead Pipe Replacement Mandate, Affirms Utility Authority And Feasibility To Replace All Lead Pipes 2/23/2026

    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has formally notified a federal appeals court that it will defend the 10-year nationwide lead service line replacement requirement under the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), reinforcing both the agency’s legal authority and the technical feasibility of full pipe replacement.

  6. Elevated Lead Levels Could Flow From Some US Drinking Water Kiosks 2/11/2026

    After high-profile water crises like the one in Flint, Michigan, some Americans distrust the safety of tap water, choosing to purchase drinking water from freestanding water vending machines or kiosks.

  7. Challenge Winners Offer Improved Water Access, Lead Pipe Identification 1/6/2026

    The winners of The Water Council’s fall Tech Challenge are helping improve water quality for all, from Wisconsin to Nigeria. Geotek Water Solutions of Jos, Nigeria, is the first African company to win the Tech Challenge, securing the $10,000 first prize. Service ID of Fitchburg, Wisconsin, was named runner-up, winning $5,000.

  8. The Final Mile: The U.S. Simply Must Rush To Finish Its Critical Lead-Pipe Cleanup 12/5/2025
    There has been an abundance of funding available to address the estimated 9.2 million lead service lines currently deliver drinking water to homes, businesses, schools, and unsuspecting citizens throughout the United States. So it is disheartening to realize that millions of lead water lines are still delivering water to citizens.
  9. EPA Announces $3B In New Funding For States To Reduce Lead In Drinking Water 11/25/2025

    Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3B in new funding for states through the State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs to reduce exposure to lead in drinking water.

  10. Taking The Lead On Ditching Lead 11/5/2025

    AWWA C800, Underground Service Line Valves and Fittings, was built around the use of one brass alloy, C83600, also known as leaded red brass, favored for its manufacturability and low cost. Over the last two decades, the waterworks industry has transitioned to brass alloys that meet the definition of lead-free for most surfaces contacting potable water.