What can I do to protect our drinking water?

• Be Aware of hazardous substances you may have in your home, and dispose of them properly. Maintain your septic system if you have one.
• Have Your Water Tested if you have lead solder in your pipes. (Joints soldered with lead will be dull gray, not silver.) Test water regularly if you have a private well.
• Be Informed about your local water supply system, what it's doing, and where your water comes from.
• Support local, state and national efforts to protect drinking water.
• Use Water Wisely
  • Take shorter showers.
  • Install water-saving devices and appliances.
  • Check for leaks, and repair them.
  • Landscape with plants that don't require much water.
  • Use water from a bucket when you wash your car. Save the hose for rinsing.