Sarasota Co Special Util Dist
Sarasota, FL
FL6581591
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.
- ST
Strontium
Strontium is a metal found in rocks and soil that can enter water through erosion or industrial discharge. It can replace calcium in bones, affecting bone health.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Barium
14 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.008 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Chromium
8 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.000 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 0.100 ppm |
Chromium, Hex
11 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.036 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Copper
4 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.001 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Cyanide
6 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.002 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 0.200 ppm |
Fluoride
33 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.428 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 4.000 ppm |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 209.3K
- Surface Water
- Sarasota County
- Data from 2014-2020
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