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Drinking Water Requirements for States and Public Water Systems

Sanitary Surveys

Sanitary surveys provide an opportunity for the primacy agency to visit the water system and educate the operator about proper monitoring and sampling procedures and to provide technical assistance. View resources on sanitary surveys.
Lead and Copper Rule

View resources related to the Lead and Copper Rule.
Drinking Water Rule Pages

EPA sets legal limits on over 90 contaminants in drinking water. View the drinking water rule pages for requirements, rule history, and compliance help.
Schools and Childcare Facilities

Find resources to assist schools and child care facilities in improving water quality.

Rules

Water Systems

State Resources

Schools and Child Care Facilities

Drinking Water Training

View upcoming free drinking water training opportunities.