Chlorite
Chlorite is a byproduct formed when chlorine dioxide is used to disinfect drinking water. It can cause anemia and affect the nervous system in high doses.
Chlorite is a regulated disinfection byproduct that forms when chlorine dioxide is used to treat drinking water. The EPA has set a maximum contaminant level of 1.0 mg/L for chlorite in public water systems. Water utilities typically measure chlorite levels using ion chromatography. While chlorine dioxide is an effective disinfectant, water treatment plants must carefully balance disinfection needs with minimizing byproduct formation to protect public health and comply with regulations.
- People affected
- 22.8M
- Utilities with this contaminant
- 501
- States with this contaminant
- 27
Utilities with the highest levels of this contaminant
| Utility | Service Areas | Level | Population Served |
|---|---|---|---|
CI City Of Roma | Starr County, TX | 1.510 ppm | 19,123 |
AG Agua Sud | Hidalgo County, TX | 1.500 ppm | 111,505 |
CI City Of Granbury | Hood County, TX | 1.300 ppm | 10,080 |
CI City Of Mineral Wells | Palo Pinto County, TX | 1.140 ppm | 15,090 |
CI City Of Mission | Hidalgo County, TX | 1.100 ppm | 86,223 |
CI City Of Port Arthur | Jefferson County, TX | 1.010 ppm | 53,818 |
CI City Of Rio Grande City | Starr County, TX | 1.000 ppm | 18,297 |
MO Montgomery Water Works | Montgomery, AL | 0.980 ppm | 236,238 |
MU Muscle Shoals Utility Board | Muscle Shoals, AL | 0.980 ppm | 22,467 |
E E J Water Coop | Jasper County, IL | 0.950 ppm | 23,944 |