Lead Line Replacement in Iowa

Des Moines Water Works has expanded its lead service line replacement program to 400 new homes, making these homes eligible to get their lead water service lines replaced for free. The program is a part of the state’s efforts to protect its citizens from the toxic effects of lead exposure. Lead poisoning is particularly problematic for children, who can experience neurological damage from consistent exposure. Our Health Equity applauds the city of Des Moines for responding to dangerous lead exposure across the state, however OHE champions alternative solutions, like Folmar Pipe Protection™, that make the goal of lead free water a reality faster. Read more here.