We propose to engage, encourage, and enable the public to participate in collecting and analyzing their own drinking water for lead (Pb). Lead is regulated in drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) due to its toxicity to human health. In Iowa, 41 water systems have exceeded the action level for Pb in their drinking water since 2012, impacting a population of 18,039 people in the last 5 years. We propose to work with community partners in Iowa to evaluate whether Pb test kits can be used by citizens to accurately detect and measure Pb in their drinking water. We also propose to survey Iowa citizens to evaluate their understanding of Pb in drinking water and attitudes towards drinking water quality. We will focus on gaining a better understanding of what Iowans know about their current drinking water quality as well as their perceptions of risks posed by Pb in their drinking water. Our work will address the growing need for an educated and engaged citizenry committed to the sustainable management of water resources. Our proposal here is part of our long-term vision to create a sustainable drinking water lead monitoring program in Iowa.