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Ground Water and Drinking Water

Infographic: Lead in Drinking Water

EPA's infographic regarding lead in drinking water. Learn basic information about sources of lead in drinking water, suggestions for reducing exposure and information about replacing lead service lines.

En español: Plomo en el agua potable

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Infographic: Lead in Drinking Water (PDF)(1 pg, 594 K, August 2017)