DeKalb GA News

The DeKalb County School District (DCSD) has expressed its satisfaction with the recent report from the DeKalb County Government, which confirmed the absence of lead pipes in the county's public drinking water system. This development underscores the district's confidence in the safety of water supplied to its schools and community.

On November 14, DeKalb County announced that a federally mandated inventory revealed no lead pipes within the infrastructure managed by the DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management. The inventory was conducted following the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Revisions and Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division guidelines, meeting the federal deadline of October 2024. Residents can view this inventory by visiting the Department of Watershed Management website.

"We sincerely thank the DeKalb County Government and the Department of Watershed Management for their clear dedication to providing safe, contaminant-free water," said DCSD Superintendent Dr. Devon Q. Horton. "Their rigorous testing and advanced filtration technology ensure our schools’ water supply exceeds strict safety standards. DCSD remains committed to offering healthy learning environments by guaranteeing access to clean drinking water across all our schools and properties."

Although not required, DCSD actively tests and replaces drinking sources such as water fountains, particularly in buildings constructed before the 1990s. Once a school meets EPA standards, lead should not be present unless it originates from a water treatment plant.

The DeKalb County Government advises residents to test their private residential lines to confirm no lead materials were used during construction. DCSD supports this initiative and encourages community members to stay informed about water safety.

For further details on DCSD’s lead testing program at schools, individuals are encouraged to visit the district's dedicated web page.