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Lead Service Connections and Lead Concentrations in Drinking Water

Lead concentrations in drinking water may be a concern for residents living in homes that were built before 1960, when some houses had water lines installed that were composed of lead. Information about the exact composition of water lines to houses can be obtained from the local water provider in your municipality.

Although the chance of detrimental health effects from elevated lead levels in drinking water is very low, concerned residents may wish to have their residential drinking water tested. These tests will identify households that may consider actions to reduce/remove lead from their drinking water such as the installation of an approved NSF-53 filter on kitchen taps. As well, simply flushing water lines (running the water) before drinking is a simple and effective way to decrease lead levels. For information on water testing, residents in the City of Calgary can contact Calgary Waterworks by dialing 311, and individuals outside the City of Calgary should contact their municipality.

For health information regarding this or any other issue, please contact Calgary Health Link at 403-943-LINK (5465) or toll-free 1-866-408-LINK (5465).

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