Partial Lead Pipe Replacement Model (IMAGE)

Washington University in St. Louis

Partial Lead Pipe Replacement Model

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This diagram shows the new model at work: By taking into account a number of factors, including water-use patterns and water chemistry, engineers can predict where lead particles will dislodge and end up in the drinking-water supply during a partial lead service line (LSL) replacement.

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Courtesy: Biswas Lab

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