Lead Service Line Replacement

An estimated 6-10 million lead service lines (LSLs) are still in use in US drinking water infrastructure, heavily concentrated in marginalized communities. Efficient replacement is critical, but expensive. Smart maps on LSLs improve replacement efficiency and reduce program costs.

Replacing LSLs is a one-time public health investment that delivers job growth and long-term health benefits to communities. Investing in smart maps with ARP funds will improve long-term infrastructure programs.

Though our water and sewage infrastructure has been in desperate need of repair long before COVID-19, the pandemic has exposed its importance.