Improving America’s water infrastructure is vital to protecting public health and reducing lead in drinking water. Federal and non-federal funding sources are available to assist states and water utilities with these efforts, including lead service line replacement (LSLR).

There are still an estimated 9.2 million lead service lines in cities and towns across the country, many of which are in low-income neighborhoods and communities of color. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will deliver resources to remove these lead pipes, in line with President Biden’s goal of removing 100% of lead service lines. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests $15 billion towards LSLR through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). With this investment, 49% of funds will be provided to communities as grants or principal forgiveness loans. State match is not required.

For a project or activity to be eligible for funding under this appropriation, it must be otherwise DWSRF eligible and be a LSLR project or associated activity directly connected to the identification, planning, design, and replacement of lead service lines.