EPA Ground Water and Drinking Water

The 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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EPA announces public information meetings for the proposed Revised Total Coliform Rule

EPA announces 4 public meetings for Hydraulic Fracturing study

Small Drinking Water Systems: Compliance Strategies
The 7th Annual USEPA Drinking Water Workshop
August 10-12, 2010
Cincinnati, OH

New Drinking Water Strategy - Administrator Lisa Jackson announces a broad new set of strategies to strengthen public health protection from contaminants in drinking water.

Extension of Comment Period for Second Six Year Review - The Agency extends deadline to July 1, 2010 for comment submissions on the Second Six-Year Review (called Six-Year Review 2).

New site coming soon - Our new Ground Water & Drinking Water site will soon be revealed!

RESPONDING TO FLOODS - Major storms and hurricanes can result in flooding. What should you do to protect your drinking water?

Visit our Emergency Information page for some helpful information.

Lead 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

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