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Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

Lead in water lines and fixtures can be a serious health risk. Look here for information about the presence of lead in plumbing and what residents and officials can do.

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MassDEP Boston

1 Winter Street, Boston, MA 02108

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Program Director 617-292-5770

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MassDEP Drinking Water Program program.director-dwp@mass.gov

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