Artesian Northern Sussex Regional

Lewes, DE
DE0020003
People Served
5.5K
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Sussex 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.

  • FL

    Fluoride

    Fluoride is a mineral added to water to prevent tooth decay. It occurs naturally and in industrial waste. High levels can cause tooth discoloration in children.

    5.090 ppm
    EPA limit 4.000 ppm

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Barium

Avg:0.109 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Chromium

Avg:0.001 ppm
Limit:0.100 ppm

Combined Chlorine

Avg:1.200 ppm
Limit:-

Haloacetic Acids

Avg:4.000 ppb
Limit:60.000 ppb

Nitrate

Avg:4.000 ppm
Limit:10.000 ppm

Trihalomethanes

Avg:11.000 ppb
Limit:80.000 ppb