Denver Water

Established in 1918, Denver Water is Colorado’s oldest and largest water utility. The utility estimates there are 64,000 – 84,000 properties that may have lead service lines in its service area. To replace these lead lines, Denver Water is taking an accelerated, holistic approach that significantly reduces lead exposure.

Project at a Glance

Utility Overview

Utility: Denver Water
Location: Denver, Colorado
Population served: 1.5 million
Service area: 335 square miles

Challenges

Elevated Levels of lead in Drinking Water
Aging and Damaged Infrastructure
Equity and Affordability

Solution

A Lead Reduction Program with a holistic approach that significantly reduces lead exposure without adding chemicals to the Denver Water system and area waterways.