Navigating the Lead and Copper Rule: Let's Talk Water in Statesville with Scott Harrell

Lead & Copper Rule Revision: How the City of Statesville's Water Department is Complying 

Curious about how the latest Lead and Copper Rule revisions might affect your home? Join us for an insightful discussion with Assistant City Manager Scott Harrell as we unpack these new EPA guidelines and their implications for Statesville. You’ll learn why, even with a lead-free water supply, it’s crucial to assess and inventory water service lines, especially in homes built before the 1986 lead materials ban. Scott Harrell brings clarity to the steps being taken to manage water chemistry and prevent lead leaching, ensuring our tap water remains among the safest.

If you’ve received a letter from the city, don’t panic! We explain how these are part of a mandated process to identify galvanized or unknown materials in service lines, and not an indication of lead in your water. To help identify your pipe materials, especially in homes with children, we provide guidance on using home water test kits and offer tips for inspecting your service lines. With no lead pipes found so far, we remain committed to keeping you informed and safe.

We outline what homeowners, and the city need to do to meet the EPA’s 2027 compliance timeline. From inventory and action plans to our Consumer Confidence Report, transparency is at the forefront of our mission.

Don't forget to check out the additional resources available on our website and learn how you can contribute to this safety initiative. Tune in for a session packed with essential information and community support details.

Learn more about the Lead & Copper Rule Revision here

View the City of Statesville Water Quality Reports here

Have questions about the Lead & Copper Rule Revision, please call 704-768-5555 or contact us here (contact form at the bottom of this page).

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