Lead and Copper Survey
Lead and copper enter drinking water primarily through the corrosion of plumbing materials that contain lead and copper. Exposure to lead can cause damage to the brain, red blood cells, and kidneys, particularly for young children and pregnant women. Likewise, exposure to copper can cause stomach and intestinal problems, liver and kidney damage, and complications for people genetically pre-disposed to Wilson's disease.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Lead and Copper Rule establishes an action level (AL) of 0.015 mg/L for Lead and 1.3 mg/L for copper. Results are calculated for each community water system and non-transient, non-community water system using the 90th percentile level of the collected tap water samples. An AL is not a violation but may trigger water quality parameter (WQP) monitoring, corrosion control treatment (CCT), public education, and lead service line replacement (LSLR)
Residents will receive a lead and copper survey in the mail in the next day or two. The State mandates that we conduct and collect this information from every property within the city limit. Your participation is much appreciated! Contact the city office at 620-549-3208 if you need assistance completing the survey. For more information about the Lead and Copper Issue, please visit www.kdhe.ks.gov/547/ or www.epa.gov/dwreginfo/lead-and-copper-rule
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s Lead and Copper Rule establishes an action level (AL) of 0.015 mg/L for Lead and 1.3 mg/L for copper. Results are calculated for each community water system and non-transient, non-community water system using the 90th percentile level of the collected tap water samples. An AL is not a violation but may trigger water quality parameter (WQP) monitoring, corrosion control treatment (CCT), public education, and lead service line replacement (LSLR)
Residents will receive a lead and copper survey in the mail in the next day or two. The State mandates that we conduct and collect this information from every property within the city limit. Your participation is much appreciated! Contact the city office at 620-549-3208 if you need assistance completing the survey. For more information about the Lead and Copper Issue, please visit www.kdhe.ks.gov/547/ or www.epa.gov/dwreginfo/lead-and-copper-rule
Survey
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