Water Service Line Inventory
In 2021, the US EPA published revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule that are intended to better protect children and communities from lead exposure risks and support efforts to remove lead from drinking water. The revisions require all Public Water Systems to complete an inventory of all service lines connected to their distribution system and develop a Lead Service Line Replacement Plan. The inventory must include the pipe material and other information for both the portions of the service line within the public way and private property.
The Dalton Fire District is committed to providing its customers with a safe and reliable source of drinking water and regularly conducts sampling for lead in accordance with state and federal requirements.
Why is lead a problem?
Exposure to lead in drinking water can cause serious health effects in all age groups. Infants and children can have decreases in IQ and attention span. Lead exposure can lead to new learning and behavior problems or exacerbate existing learning and behavior problems. The children of women who are exposed to lead before or during pregnancy can have increased risk of these adverse health effects. Adults can have increased risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney or nervous system problems.
For more information on lead in drinking water please visit:
MassDEP: https://www.mass.gov/lead-in-drinking-water
US EPA: https://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead
Lead Service Line Replacement Collaborative: https://www.lslr-collaborative.org/
Dalton Fire District needs your help to identify your water service pipe material.
OPTION 1 – SURVEY
Please complete a 15-minute survey and upload a photo of your service line, scan the QR or use the link:
https://form.jotform.com/241924829511156
OPTION 2 – APPOINTMENT
Or, to schedule a free inspection of your water service, scan the QR or use the link: https://form.jotform.com/242465045387158
Survey or
Appointment
Thank you for your help in this important endeavor!