Lead and Copper
Informational Links Regarding Their Effects on Drinking Water and You
The purpose of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) is to protect public health by minimizing lead and copper levels in drinking water, primarily by reducing corrosivity. Lead and copper enter drinking water mainly from corrosion of lead and copper containing plumbing materials. The rule establishes an action level (AL) of 0.015 milligrams per liter (mg/L) for lead and 1.3 mg/L for copper based on 90th percentile level of tap water samples. An action level exceedance is not a violation but triggers other requirements to minimize exposure to lead and copper in drinking water, that include water quality parameter monitoring, corrosion control treatment, source water monitoring/treatment, public education, and lead service line replacement. All community water supplies and nontransient noncommunity water supplies are subject to the LCR requirements.
For more information on the Lead and Copper Rule, including the final rules and the Quick Reference Guide, visit the U.S. EPA
Protecting Your Family From Lead
Basic Information About Lead in Drinking Water
Letter from EPA regarding Lead and Copper Sampling Changes
Recommended Tap Sampling Procedures for Lead and Copper
Lead and Copper Compliance Help for Public Water Systems
Optimal Corrosion Control Treatment Evaluations
Lead in Drinking Water - as presented by OEHS, Environmental Engineering Division
Collection procedures, certifications of sample sites and Optimal Corrosion Control Recommendations
Lead and Copper Sample Collection Procedures for Homeowner Tap Samples
Lead and Copper Sampling Plan Template *NEW*
Lead and Copper Sample Site Certification Form Form 141-A
Optimal Corrosion Control Recommendation Form Form 141-C