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Lead pipes in New Orleans contaminate 70% of homes, with levels up to 100x federal limits, despite ongoing upgrades and delayed regulations.
Lead contamination in New Orleans tap water affects 70% of homes in a citywide testing program from 2022 to 2025, with some levels 100 times the federal limit, according to unpublished data.
Aging lead pipes, many over a century old, remain on the city’s side of meters despite upgrades inside homes.
Though the Sewerage and Water Board meets federal standards, experts say no lead level is safe, especially for children.
The updated Lead and Copper Rule will lower the action level to 10 ppb by 2027 and require full pipe replacement by 2037, but progress is slow due to cost, contract issues, and limited testing.
Residents remain exposed, and officials face criticism for insufficient outreach and action.
Las tuberías de plomo en Nueva Orleans contaminan el 70% de los hogares, con niveles de hasta 100 veces los límites federales, a pesar de las actualizaciones en curso y las regulaciones retrasadas.