TRENTON CITY LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PHASE 6

The City of Trenton recently closed on a $15.2 million loan with the New Jersey Water Bank to replace approximately 2,000 lead and galvanized service lines throughout the city. This critical infrastructure investment will help protect public health, improve drinking water quality, and modernize the city's water distribution system. 

Lead service lines can pose a significant health risk when corrosion causes lead to leach into drinking water. In addition, galvanized service lines that are currently connected to, or were previously connected to, lead pipes can accumulate lead particles and release them over time. Replacing these aging service lines is an important step toward reducing potential lead exposure for residents and ensuring safer, more reliable drinking water.

Because this project reduces the risk of lead exposure, Trenton Water Works will be eligible to receive an estimated $12,025,378 in principal forgiveness at long-term closing, covering approximately 79% of the total project cost.