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Lead in Water Information
Overview
Many people in the Washington region are concerned about elevated
lead levels in drinking water. Please consult the following resources
to learn more about your water supply:
- New - March 23, 2005
WSSC conducting comprehensive search for lead alloy used in early 1940s water service lines
- Orthophosphate addition to drinking water
to reduce lead levels in areas
served by the Washington Aqueduct (DC, Arlington, Falls Church, Vienna,
and parts of Northeastern Fairfax County served by Falls Church)
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the lead in water problem.
A
map of the region showing jurisdictional boundaries and water
service areas. Run your mouse over a location of interest, and the
appropriate name of the appropriate water provider appears. Click
on the location to learn more about the water supplier and distributor.
- A table by jurisdiction with further
contact information for local water departments and health providers.
- A detailed table of all water suppliers
in the region with Web links.
- A detailed table of all water distribution
agencies in the region with contact Web links.
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