Evansville invited to attend public hearing on lead pipes

HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Evansville Water and Sewer Utility (EWSU) is inviting the public to join a conversation in regard to lead service lines in its system.

The EWSU says some private water service lines installed before 1987 could contain lead. New Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, mandate the removal of all service lines containing lead by October 16, 2034. In 2025, the EWSU will investigate the materials of unknown service lines to determine if they contain lead. The EWSU says its current priority is to sample and test drinking water taps at all childcare facilities and elementary schools constructed prior to 2014.

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EWSU says it will hold a public information and communication session on November 18 at Sunrise Pump Station, located at 1200 Waterworks Road, at 2:30 p.m., to begin a discussion of how the Utility will deal with private lead service lines in the future.

Officials say people are asked to come ready to ask questions and to learn more about lead and drinking water in the community. People can also submit their questions and comments in advance here . The session may be viewed live here .

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