Gaylord, City Of

Gaylord, KS
KS2018301
People Served
83
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Smith County
Data from
2021-2023
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Contaminants Exceeding Limits

The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.

  • MA

    Manganese

    Manganese is a metal found in rocks and soil. It enters water through erosion and industrial processes. While essential in small amounts, excess can harm the nervous system.

    220.000 ppb
    EPA limit 50.000 ppb
  • TR

    Trihalomethanes

    Trihalomethanes are chemical byproducts formed when chlorine used to disinfect water reacts with organic matter. They are common in chlorinated water and may increase cancer risk.

    87.000 ppb
    EPA limit 80.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Alkalinity, Total

Avg:300.000 ppm
Limit:-

Arsenic

Avg:6.700 ppb
Limit:10.000 ppb

Barium

Avg:0.160 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Calcium

Avg:160.000 ppm
Limit:-

Chloride

Avg:92.000 ppm
Limit:-

Chromium

Avg:0.001 ppm
Limit:0.100 ppm
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