Indian Wells Valley W.D.
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- AR
Arsenic
Arsenic is a toxic element found in rocks and soil. It enters water through natural erosion and human activities like mining. Long-term exposure causes cancer and organ damage.
- CH
Chlorate
Chlorate forms when chlorine-based disinfectants react with water. It's a byproduct of water treatment that can interfere with thyroid function, especially in infants and pregnant women.
- NI
Nitrate-Nitrite
Nitrate and nitrite are nitrogen compounds from fertilizers and waste that can seep into water sources. High levels pose health risks, especially for infants.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Bromodichloromethane
| Avg Result: | 0.631 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Bromoform
| Avg Result: | 2.186 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Chloroform
| Avg Result: | 0.092 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 70.000 ppb |
Chromium
| Avg Result: | 0.001 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 0.100 ppm |
Chromium, Hex
| Avg Result: | 1.448 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Dibromoacetic Acid
| Avg Result: | 0.201 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 39.5K
- Groundwater
- Kern County
- Data from 2014-2020
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