Emerald City Mutual Water Co

Santa Cruz County, CA
CA4400667
People Served
26
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Santa Cruz 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.

  • BA

    Barium

    Barium is a metal found in rocks and soil. It enters water through mining and industrial processes. High levels can cause cardiovascular problems and high blood pressure.

    4.000
    EPA limit 2.000
  • CH

    Chromium

    Chromium is a metal from natural deposits and industrial processes. It enters water through runoff. The toxic form, chromium-6, can cause cancer and organ damage.

    33.000
    EPA limit 0.100
  • LE

    Lead

    Lead is a toxic metal that can leach into water from old pipes and plumbing fixtures. It harms brain development in children and has no safe exposure level.

    2000.000 ppb
    EPA limit 15.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Chloride

Avg:14.000
Limit:-

Coliform

Avg:1.333 positive samples
Limit:-

Copper

Avg:0.309 ppm
Limit:1.300 ppm

Fluoride

Avg:0.120
Limit:4.000

Hardness, Total (As Cac03)

Avg:74.400 ppm
Limit:-

Nitrate

Avg:1.100
Limit:10.000
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