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Lead and Copper in Drinking Water

Lead and Copper in Drinking Water

Lead and Copper in Drinking Water

Lead and copper are common metals found in the environment. Drinking water is one possible source of exposure to these metals due to their widespread use in distribution system materials.

The purpose of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR), is to control lead and copper levels by reducing water corrosivity. All community and nontransient noncommunity water supplies (types of public water supplies) must meet the LCR requirements.

Documents and Brochures

Lead in Drinking Water (MDHHS)
English

Cleaning Your Aerators (MDHHS)
English | Spanish

PUR Faucet Filter Installation (MDHHS)
English | Spanish

Sample Bottle Selection When Testing Water for Lead (MDHHS)
English

Lead Plumbing Checklist (MDHHS)
English

 

Reducing Potential Lead Exposure from Drinking Water Guidance (EGLE)
English | Spanish

Partial Lead Service Line Replacement (EGLE)
English

Particulate Lead in Drinking Water (EGLE)
English | Spanish

Galvanized Service Lines (EGLE)
English

Construction Activity Could Affect Your Drinking Water (EGLE)
English | Spanish

What to Do After an Emergency Partial Repair on a Service Line with Lead or GPCL Materials (EGLE)
English

Guidance on Flushing Your Whole Home Plumbing System and Cleaning Aerators (EGLE)
English | Spanish | Arabic

Guidance on Flushing Appliances That Use Water for Consumption (EGLE)
English | Spanish | Arabic