To reduce the potential risks from lead in drinking water, New Jersey enacted the Lead Service Line Replacement Law in July 2021 (P.L. 2021, Ch. 183) that requires drinking water systems to inventory service lines, notify residents of the potential presence of lead in their service lines, and plan for the replacement of all lead service lines within 10 ten years. What is a Lead Service Line? – Infographic
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Lead Service Line FAQ for Consumers (pdf)
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Link to the New Jersey DEP Website for “Lead Exposure Reduction”
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Questions regarding lead service lines, reducing lead exposure, etc. should be directed to LeadInDW@dep.nj.gov