Lead in Drinking Water
Lead in Drinking Water
There are an estimated 6-10 million lead service lines across the US threatening public health. Our team of experts is partnering with municipalities and water utilities to help deliver high-quality drinking water.
We are here to help clients navigate state and federal regulations and implement necessary actions from corrosion control treatment to full-scale lead service line replacement programs. Building on a long history in water treatment and corrosion control, our team has been at the forefront of this issue and understands all the technical complexities in preventing lead in drinking water.


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How can we collaborate with you to solve a lead service line challenge or to move the industry forward?
Sandy Kutzing, Vice President, Environmental Engineer
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Questions about machine learning?
We've compiled and answered the top five questions about using machine learning or predictive modeling in service line inventory development.
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Are you ready to meet the LCRR?

Are you ready to meet the LCRR?
Download this interactive checklist to make sure you're on track to be in compliance with the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR).
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Planning a Lead Service Line Replacement Program

Planning a Lead Service Line Replacement Program
We polled 4 CDM Smithers from across the firm to gather tips and lessons learned on how to build a successful LSLR program strategy.
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Need Help Navigating the EPA's Lead & Copper Rule Revisions?

Need Help Navigating the EPA's Lead & Copper Rule Revisions?
Check out our LCR Decision Tool—a comprehensive two-minute questionnaire about your water system that delivers a customized report.
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Highlights from the EPA's Lead & Copper Rule Revisions

Highlights from the EPA's Lead & Copper Rule Revisions
The EPA released the final Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR) on January 15, 2021. We’ve broken down some of the major changes here:
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