Lead and Copper Program
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Collier County Water Sewer District is responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When water has been sitting for several hours, minimize the potential for lead--
exposure by flushing the tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If concerned about lead in the water, have the water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps to take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline 800 426 4791 or at epa.gov/safewater/lead. The District routinely samples the water for lead. More information is available at colliercountyfl.gov/lead.
As part of the lead and copper monitoring, the District conducted water sampling and an inventory of the water service lines. The District provided the inventory of service lines to the EPA as required under the Lead and Copper Rule Improvements. There are currently no identified lead lines in the District's service area. Visit colliercountyfl.gov/ servicemap to learn more about the water service lines.
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