Sylacauga Utilities Board

Sylacauga, AL
AL0001258
People Served
24.1K
Water Source
Surface Water
Counties
Talladega County
Data from
2023
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Contaminants Exceeding Limits

The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.

  • CH

    Chloroform

    Chloroform is a chemical formed when chlorine in water treatment reacts with organic matter. It's also used in industry. Exposure can damage the liver and kidneys.

    131.000 ppb
    EPA limit 70.000 ppb
  • HA

    Haloacetic Acids

    Haloacetic acids are byproducts formed when chlorine disinfectants react with organic matter in water. They are regulated contaminants linked to increased cancer risk.

    83.533 ppb
    EPA limit 60.000 ppb
  • HA

    Haloacetic acids (HAA9)

    Haloacetic acids are byproducts formed when chlorine disinfectants react with organic matter in water. This group of 9 compounds is regulated due to potential cancer risks.

    108.700 ppb
    EPA limit 60.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the last year.

Aluminum

Avg:0.029 ppm
Limit:-

Arsenic

Avg:0.420 ppb
Limit:10.000 ppb

Barium

Avg:0.012 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Bromide

Avg:44.700 ppb
Limit:-

Carbon, Total

Avg:2760.000 ppb
Limit:-

Chloride

Avg:7.870 ppm
Limit:-
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Contaminants tested