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Contamination Preparedness and Response

EPA has resources available to help drinking water utilities to prepare for, or respond to, water contamination incidents.

Drinking Water and Wastewater Laboratory Network

The Water Laboratory Alliance (WLA) is a nationwide network of laboratories designed to provide analytical support during contamination incidents.

Learn more about the Water and Wastewater Laboratory Network.

Water Quality Surveillance and Response

A Water Quality Surveillance and Response System (SRS) is a framework designed to enhance a drinking water utility’s capability to quickly detect and respond to water quality issues.

Learn more about Water Quality Surveillance and Response Systems.

Contamination Preparedness and Response

Drinking Water and Wastewater Laboratory Network

Water Quality Surveillance and Response

Water Resilience