TR to participate in EPA lead pipe initiative

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a collaboration with the city of Three Rivers to help identify drinking-water lead pipes, accelerate replacement and protect public health.

Three Rivers is participating in EPA’s “Get the Lead Out” initiative, which is funded by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help move the nation toward achieving 100 percent lead-service-line replacement.

The $15 billion federal initiative will provide technical assistance to approximately 200 communities nationwide.

City Manager Joe Bippus said Three Rivers is grateful for the EPA’s assistance in helping the community improve its water distribution system to provide the highest quality water to its residents. He said the city recognizes the process will take time and resources to overcome.

EPA officials will support Three Rivers in identifying lead pipes, developing lead service line replacement plans, increasing community outreach and education efforts, and applying for funding.