Abstract

Key TakeawaysA community effort in Benton Harbor, Mich., drew attention to the lack of public education about lead levels in water and highlighted the need for lead service line replacement.The state and the US Environmental Protection Agency responded quickly to a community petition to address the lead crisis and involved the community in the response.In 11 months, 99% of Benton Harbor's service lines had been replaced or confirmed as non‐lead, while residents received information and solutions to ensure they had safe drinking water.

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