Newark To Speed Up Pipe Replacement Amid Lead Concerns

The city's tap water has been found to have elevated lead levels, prompting a $120 million loan to replace 18,000 lead service lines within 24 to 30 months. Initially, the project was expected to take 10 years. The city had previously distributed 40,000 filters and began providing bottled water after the EPA reported that lead levels might still exceed standards.

What prompted Newark to expedite the replacement of water pipes?

• A sudden increase in water demand

• Revelation of elevated lead levels in tap water

• Pressure from neighboring cities

• A new city ordinance

How long was the original timeline for replacing Newark's water pipes?

• 5 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

How many filters were distributed to Newark residents to address the lead issue?

• 40,000

• 30,000

• 20,000

• 10,000

What did the EPA find in Newark's water samples?

• High levels of chlorine

• Low pH levels

• Excessive bacteria

• Lead levels exceeding standards

What action did Newark take after the EPA's findings?

• Built a new water treatment plant

• Distributed bottled water

• Implemented water rationing

• Increased water rates