The utility announced it has succeeded in removing 74,000 lead lines. Now, it's looking to help customers remove lead service lines on the private side.

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, the Department of Energy announces the National Alliance for Water Innovation will lead an Energy-Water Desalination Hub

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, water company officials advise the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey, to stop accepting water from Newark

As the full extent of Newark, New Jersey's lead contamination problem emerges, residents are doing a lot of waiting — waiting in line for bottled water and waiting around for officials to give them a solution

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, Denver (Colorado) is considering a plan to replace all its lead service lines citywide

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, New Jersey's lead problem could cost billions of dollars to fix

Sharing this video released by AWWA is a great way to educate your customers about lead contamination

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, a study out of Minnesota claims that replacing the state's lead pipes could have a net positive effect on the economy

Also in this week's water and wastewater news, Austin (Texas) Water officials say a solution to the city's malodorous water problems caused by zebra mussels is still 18 months away