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Drinking Water GraphicThe Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water (OGWDW), together with states, tribes, and its many partners, protects public health by ensuring safe drinking water and protecting ground water. OGWDW, along with EPA's ten regional drinking water programs, oversees implementation of the Safe Drinking Water Act, which is the national law safeguarding tap water in America.
 
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In the news . . .

Check Up Program for Small Systems (CUPSS)
Download CUPSSEPA has released new software to help small drinking water and wastewater systems manage their assets. For more information about CUPSS


Aircraft Drinking Water Rule (ADWR) Proposed...
EPA is proposing a new rule that tailors drinking water rule requirements to the unique characteristics of aircraft.

For more information about the ADWR


Prescription Drugs in Drinking Water...
Studies have shown that pharmaceuticals are present in some of our nation's waterbodies. Further research suggests that there may be some ecological harm when certain drugs are present. To date, no evidence has been found of human health effects from pharmaceutical and personal care products in the environment. This includes drinking water sources.

For more information on Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products (PPCPs)


Contaminant Candidate List 3 - EPA is asking for public comment on a list of 104 possible drinking water contaminants read more in the press release here.

Draft Contaminant Candidate List 3


Water Security Graphic - Man in front of open gateLead In Drinking Water - Lead, a metal found in natural deposits, is commonly used in household plumbing materials and water service lines.

2007 Final Revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule

Lead in Schools and Child Care Facilities
Lead in the District of Columbia's Drinking Water
Lead In Drinking Water


Young Boy Drinking a glass of waterNew Advisory Committee on Total Coliform Rule (TCR) Distribution Systems Announced - EPA has established a Total Coliform Rule Distribution System Advisory Committee to provide advice and make recommendations to the Agency.

For more information see the TCR Revision's Web site.
Disinfection Home  | Total Coliform Rule |   EPA Newsroom


Image of firehydrant after a floodRESPONDING TO FLOODS - Major storms and hurricanes can result in flooding. What should you do to protect your drinking water? Here are helpful links:

What to Do after a flood? also in Spanish & Vietnamese
Septic Systems — What to Do after the Flood also in Spanish & Vietnamese
Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water also in
Spanish, French, Arabic & Vietnamese
Water Issues after Katrina
Hand Hygiene in Emergency Situations

More Hurricane Katrina Response


Kids' Stuff with Thirstin!
Kids' Stuff

   

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