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Lead in Drinking Water Solutions

Addressing lead exposure to protect public health and support regulatory compliance 

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Water utilities are under growing pressure to identify and eliminate lead in drinking water systems. 

With more than 30 years of experience in Lead and Copper Rule compliance, Jacobs has planned and implemented strategies that safeguard millions of people in North America.

Taking action on lead 

Service Line Inventories

Building accurate, defensible inventories using records, field investigations and digital tools to meet regulatory requirements.

Service Line Replacement Programs

Planning and delivering large-scale replacement programs — prioritizing high-risk areas and accelerating implementation. 

Corrosion Control Optimization

Designing and optimizing treatment strategies to reduce lead release and maintain compliance. 

Compliance Monitoring

Developing and managing monitoring programs to meet lead and copper requirements and maintain compliance. 

School and Childcare Facility Sampling

Designing and implementing lead testing programs for schools and childcare facilities to identify potential risks, reduce exposure, and meet regulatory requirements.  

Regulatory Compliance and Advisory

Guiding utilities through evolving requirements, including the U.S. Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), with clear roadmaps and implementation strategies. 

Stakeholder and Community Engagement

Supporting transparent communication to build trust and keep communities informed throughout lead reduction programs. 

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Regulations including the U.S. EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) are accelerating the need for utilities to identify and replace lead service lines and strengthen corrosion control. At the same time, communities expect greater transparency and faster action to reduce exposure risks. 

We take a proactive, system-wide approach — combining service line inventory and verification, predictive modeling, corrosion control treatment, compliance monitoring and full replacement program delivery. This helps utilities prioritize investment and meet regulatory deadlines. 

Corrosion control is often the first line of defense. By optimizing water chemistry and treatment processes, utilities can minimize lead release into drinking water while longer-term replacement programs are implemented. 

From building reliable service line inventories to using predictive analysis, data helps utilities understand where lead exists, prioritize action and demonstrate compliance.

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  • Design & Engineering

    From planning through delivery, we deliver safe, reliable, high-performing infrastructure and solutions.

  • Program Management

    Delivering complex programs with clarity and confidence

  • Construction Management

    From early strategy to on-site delivery, we make projects safer, buildable and more efficient

  • Master Planning for Water

    Developing long-term plans and strategies that strengthen resilience and support growing communities.

  • Communications & Engagement

    Advancing trust and shared outcomes by delivering proactive and culturally informed communication and engagement.

  • Funding Support

    Navigating funding and financing options for infrastructure projects, including federal grants and low-interest loans.

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