Lead at the tap; Sources and control
Journal Article
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· Journal, American Water Works Association; (USA)
OSTI ID:5028403
A survey of 94 water companies and districts was conducted in early 1988 to determine lead levels at customer taps and to evaluate the factors that influence these levels. The results of the survey are presented in this paper. They indicate that lead-based solder is the most significant source of lead at the tap. In addition, brass faucets were found to contribute substantially to the lead in the first-draw samples. Other than the presence of corrosion inhibitors, pH was the only water quality factor that appeared to influence lead levels at the tap. Site factors were also important, with plumbing age being the most significant.
- OSTI ID:
- 5028403
- Journal Information:
- Journal, American Water Works Association; (USA), Journal Name: Journal, American Water Works Association; (USA) Vol. 81:7; ISSN JAWWA; ISSN 0003-150X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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