Ridgewood Water Pronounces Lead and Copper Treatment a Success

February 1,2018
the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, at the Village Council meeting on Wednesday night Ridgewood Water’s Richard Calbi reviewed its lead and copper compliance , this has been an issue since 2012 . 2 conditions water comes in contact lead solder or stagnation of water .
Ridgewood Water sees the best and most cost effective solution as corrosion control and creating a protective barrier between the water and the material.

Ridgewood Water uses a chemical call poly orthophosphate, a food grade additive . The Treatment is approved by the US EPA and the NJ DEP . Ridgewood Water fully implemented the treatment in 2016.

Poly/Orthophosphate :
Inhibits corrosion of steel distribution water lines, iron and galvanized piping, and lead and copper plumbing.
Decreases iron tuberculation, which can extend the life of the distribution system.
Lowers lead and copper levels in the delivered potable water by inhibiting corrosion in the water system.
Lessens the occurrence of microbial-influenced corrosion, providing longer system life.
Controls iron and manganese, minimizing rusty and dirty water in the distribution system.
Reduces discoloration, staining, and mineral build-up, resulting in fewer customer complaints.
Diminishes calcium scale deposits typically seen in hot water lines.
Lowers chlorine demand and improves disinfection by inhibiting iron and manganese. Saves money by reducing corrosion and scale, lowering chlorine demand, and decreasing hydrant flushing, leaks, and failures.

In 2012 Ridgewood Water exceeded the limit for lead and copper , in 2016 the treatment was fully implemented and the results were almost instantaneous . Ridgewood Water had to collect and provide a minimum of 60 samples for 30 months in a row . Results are now some of the lowest results ever .

Ridgewood Water said will the results showed the lowest levels recorded . However you should still take precautions , avoid stagnant water , run you facet first thing in the morning for 15-30 seconds or just wait till the water turns very cold . Best to continue to use an NSF filter and lastly test your water if you have any concerns.