Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator (LSLRCC) Federal Trademark and Copyright Applications Filed by Environmental & Public Health International

Pending federal protections aim to preserve a powerful tool, shaped by lessons from the Flint Water Crisis, to help local governments replace 9.2 million lead service lines across the United States.

Press Release

Chicago, Illinois – May 11, 2025
Environmental & Public Health International (EPHI), a leader in drinking water training focused on the lessons of the Flint Water Crisis, has filed for federal trademark and copyright protection for the Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator (LSLRCC), reaffirming its commitment to preserving the tool as a public resource designed to support local government efforts to replace the 9.2 million lead service lines in the United States.

This powerful, multilingual tool—available in both English and Spanish—enables municipalities, public water systems, and infrastructure planners to generate customized cost estimates using project-specific inputs. With an intuitive, user-friendly interface, the LSLRCC empowers communities of all sizes to model costs across various scenarios and:

• Generate customized estimates based on service line counts, labor, contingency costs, and other variables
  
  
• Conduct scenario planning to evaluate multiple funding strategies and replacement timelines
  
  
• Compare project costs easily without requiring technical expertise
  
  
• Access the tool freely online, ensuring planning support for all communities
  
  
• Navigate in English or Spanish, increasing accessibility
  

Created under the leadership of Anthony Ross—former EPA Flint Emergency Coordinator, the LSLRCC was shaped by firsthand experience in Flint and a deep understanding of the importance of improving drinking water infrastructure throughout the United States. During his time as EPA’s Flint Emergency Coordinator, Ross helped guide compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and worked closely with local and state officials to accelerate lead service line replacement in the wake of the Flint Water Crisis.

Sponsorship opportunities are now open to mission-aligned public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private-sector leaders dedicated to supporting nationwide efforts to replace lead service lines. To learn more, download our Sponsor Kit.

By partnering with us, sponsors will play a key role in shaping the future of drinking water infrastructure.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

We are offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities to mission-aligned public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private sector companies passionate about safeguarding public health, improving drinking water infrastructure, and promoting community well-being. By sponsoring the Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator, your organization will gain visibility as a leader in the national effort to replace lead service lines and protect millions of Americans.

Sponsorship is ideal for:

• Public Sector: Local, state, and federal agencies dedicated to improving public health and infrastructure.
  
  
• Nonprofit Organizations: Advancing environmental health, improving drinking water quality, and advocating for continuous public policy improvements.
  
  
• Private Sector: Companies in water services, construction, engineering, environmental consulting, and related industries seeking to make a lasting impact.
  

Sponsors will enjoy prominent hyperlinked logo placement above or below the calculator, along with recognition in national press releases.

Join us in building a lead-free future. Stand alongside national leaders working to protect public health. View our Sponsor Kit to learn how your organization can make a visible and lasting impact.

Insights From Leadership:

“Filing for federal trademark and copyright protection for the Lead Service Line Replacement Cost Calculator is part of our long-term commitment to ensure that the LSLRCC continues to serve as a free, public resource to the American people, supporting local government efforts to remove the 9.2 million lead service lines across the United States,” said Ross.

Flint Drinking Water Training Updates:

Join us on June 5, 2025, at 11 AM ET for an online drinking water training session, where we’ll explore lessons learned from the Flint Water Crisis—a critical examination of what went wrong, the key missteps, and the essential strategies to prevent future public health failures.

Gain firsthand insights into the Flint Water Crisis, learn from past mistakes, and discover strategies to prevent future crises. Register now to secure your spot for this essential drinking water training session.  

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