California Mens Colony
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- 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
Nitrate is a chemical from fertilizers and waste that enters water through agricultural runoff. It's especially harmful to infants, causing oxygen deficiency in the blood.
- 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.
Arsenic
| Avg Result: | 1.533 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Barium
| Avg Result: | 0.062 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Bromodichloromethane
| Avg Result: | 11.964 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Bromoform
| Avg Result: | 6.566 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Chloroform
| Avg Result: | 13.855 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 70.000 ppb |
Chromium
| Avg Result: | 0.002 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 0.100 ppm |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 15K
- Surface Water
- San Luis Obispo County
- Data from 2014-2024
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