Funding for LCRR Compliance: What you need to know about using SRF and BIL funding for LSLI and LSLR
We talk a lot about ‘compliance’ but the reality is that compliance is complicated and changes over time. This series breaks down compliance requirements across the LCR and the proposed LCRI to help you understand the who, what, and when of compliance. The October 2024 Service Line Inventory deadline is now 1 month away. In the […]
How an AI research group got involved with SL identification
BlueConduit recently launched LeadOut Map, the first and only educational tool that provides the most complete picture of lead in drinking water, including predictions of where lead pipes may lie. With the launch of LeadOut, we’re taking a moment to reflect on BlueConduit’s history – how a group of data scientists became experts at, and […]
Using predictive modeling to get ahead of circumferential cracks
Water main breaks are a significant issue for many municipalities, leading to water loss, infrastructure damage, and costly repairs. Did you know? Circumferential cracks are among the most common types of failures in water mains, as highlighted by the study where 48% of respondents identified this failure mode as predominant in their water systems. Circumferential […]
How BlueConduit prepares utilities for LCRR compliance and beyond
We’ve already talked about how BlueConduit’s Inspection Manager helps water utilities track and manage their field verifications for lead service line predictions and no lead validation solutions for LCRR compliance. But did you know there’s even more that can be done? We break down the latest and greatest about the BlueConduit Experience, delivered in the […]
Meet the Team: Chase Young
Chase is BlueConduit’s Solutions Architect. Get to know Chase through this quick Q&A: Why did you join BlueConduit? I wanted to do something that would benefit my community, and BlueConduit’s mission and vision of a lead-free world seemed like a great place to start. I saw an opportunity to build something unique here and I […]
How corrosive soils contribute to water main breaks
When water mains break, it can be a disruptive, expensive, public headache for water systems. Many factors contribute to a water main leaking or breaking, including the soil surrounding the water mains, which plays a critical role in its longevity. Did you know? Corrosive soils can dramatically shorten the lifespan of water mains, leading to […]
Meet the team: Ryan Treves
Ryan is a Data Scientist at BlueConduit. Get to know Ryan through this quick Q&A.
Virginia’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
South Carolina’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
Ohio’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
North Carolina’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
Maryland’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
Florida’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
California’s Service Line Inventory Guidance for Predictive Modeling
Lead vs GRR: Predictive modeling for LCRR compliance
Not sure if you’ve got lead or GRR? Learn how to navigate predictive modeling and statistical method compliance for service line material identification.
How changing weather patterns impact water main leaks and breaks
Explore how changing weather patterns due to global warming impact water main integrity and discover how BlueConduit’s Water Main Predictions leverage weather data for enhanced predictive accuracy and proactive infrastructure management.
BlueConduit partners with Mobile, AL for No Lead Validation
Mobile Area Water & Sewer System (MAWSS) has selected BlueConduit’s innovative Lead Service Line Predictions solution to validate the absence of lead in their system and reduce the number of unknown service lines in advance of the October LCRR compliance deadline.
Why water main risk management matters now
Discover why water main risk management is crucial now, with insights from the latest study on break rates in the USA and Canada. Learn key findings and proactive strategies to safeguard our water infrastructure.
How predictive modeling improves Condition Assessments
Discover how predictive modeling is transforming condition assessments for water mains, improving efficiency, and pinpointing risks with precision.
VA ODW accepts BlueConduit’s predictive modeling approach for LSLI
BlueConduit is excited to announce that the Virginia Office of Drinking Water (ODW) approved our Predictive Modeling approach to support service line inventory development and material classification, enabling BlueConduit-supported water systems to use predictive modeling to classify “unknown” service lines for their LCRR inventory.
Making sense of GRR for LCRR: How galvanized service lines factor into Inventory requirements
For Service Line Inventories, water systems are required to identify galvanized-requiring-replacement (GRR) service lines in addition to Lead, Non-Lead, and Unknowns. Explore why GRR matters for public health, the EPA definition of GRR, and how to efficiently and accurately tackle GRR for your Service Line Inventory.
BlueConduit and water main predictions: An interview with BlueConduit CEO, Lorne Groe
BlueConduit CEO Lorne Groe talks about the new AI-enabled water main predictions product, moving into predictive and decision analytics beyond lead service lines, and what’s coming next for BlueConduit.
How predictive modeling helps you manage your water mains
Water system managers are constantly making decisions about how to assess, maintain, and replace their water mains. AI and predictive modeling can fill in gaps in your data, with high accuracy, enabling improved Condition Assessments, the ability to access adequate resources, and the tools you need to get ahead of growing needs as infrastructure ages.
Defining AI, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis: An interview with Alice Berners-Lee, VP of Data Science
Explore a Q&A with BlueConduit’s VP of Data Science, Alice Berners-Lee, as she defines AI, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis. Gain insights into the expertise of BlueConduit’s data science team in this edited and condensed interview.
5 key benefits of BlueConduit’s Inspection Manager
Discover the top 5 benefits of BlueConduit’s Inspection Manager, a powerful tool that streamlines water system inspections and enhances team communication. Learn how it can optimize your inspection process and uncover features you may not know about.
How to manage customer-owned service lines for LCRR compliance
When it comes to LCRR compliance, the inventory submission must include the materials on both the public and private side of the line. That can be easier said than done when it comes to classifying materials on the private side.
What funding is available for replacing privately owned lead service lines?
As water utilities start thinking about next steps for inventory management and replacement planning for unknowns and known lead service lines, they’ll need to consider the cost of replacement on both the public and private side of the line – a costly venture for utilities and homeowners alike.
What about states that haven’t issued predictive modeling guidance for LCRR compliance yet?
The EPA’s guidance for LCRR includes predictive modeling and statistical analysis as acceptable methods for service line classification in your inventory. While the EPA does provide some specifics on what to look for in predictive models, they left it up to the individual states to decide what is specifically needed for inventory submission and how those specifics are achieved.
Does lead have to exist for predictive modeling to work?
Using predictive modeling as it relates to identifying the likelihood of lead service lines can feel like a daunting task.
Defining Accuracy: An Interview with Alice Berners-Lee, VP of Data Science
Explore BlueConduit’s approach to predictive modeling accuracy in an interview with Alice Berners-Lee, VP of Data Science. Insights from the experts, edited for clarity.
