Sioux Falls asks for residents' help in finding & removing lead pipes - Dakota News Now
Sioux Falls asks for residents’ help in finding & removing lead pipes
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The City of Sioux Falls’ water purification team is participating in a nationwide initiative to identify and remove any remaining lead pipes within drinking water systems.
Lead is a known toxin for humans and animals.
Homeowners are asked to complete a survey at sdwaterpipes.com.
The survey identifies remaining lead components from water systems.
To complete the survey, a homeowner needs a coin or key, a magnet, and a smartphone.
“Documenting your pipe helps your family, neighborhood, and water provider,” said Ted Lewis, environmental engineer for the City of Sioux Falls. “It’s a simple process that only takes a few minutes, but it can have a huge impact on community health and safety.”
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