However, critics think allowable lead levels should be even lower and that the proposal gives utilities more time to replace lead lines.

The proposal marks the first major overhaul to lead levels in drinking water in more than two decades.

Copper-manganese alloys have higher strength and better castability compared to the current lead-free alternatives.

Pennsylvania showed poor progress, having failed to improve it’s rating since the organization’s initial study in 2017.

Providence Water will also ensure that the public side of the lead service line is automatically replaced at no cost whenever a homeowner replaces his/her private side of the lead service line.

There are roughly 70 miles of lead service lines connecting homes to the public water mains in the District.

Matco-Norca launches new line of lead-free brass cold expansion PEX fittings.