AWWA JAW24298

Data were obtained during a two-year field and laboratory corrosion study that implicated brass valves and fittings as a potential source of lead, copper, and zinc in drinking water, particularly in standing water. Contamination from this source was found to be a significant cause of metal concentrations that exceeded maximum contaminant levels. These findings should be considered in the design of water sampling programs, the selection of plumbing materials for household use, and the planning of corrosion-rate measurement and plumbing material solubility experiments.

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Edition:

Vol. 80 - No. 11

Published:

11/01/1988

Number of Pages:

10

File Size:

1 file , 2.1 MB