MLGW launching mailer campaign on lead water pipes
MLGW President and CEO Doug McGowen, seen here in March, says the utility knows of 20,000 structures with lead water pipes. (Greg Campbell/The Daily Memphian file)
MLGW President and CEO Doug McGowen says on “Behind The Headlines” the utility has the money to replace its lines and is working on funding to replace it on the customer’s side of the connection.
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