Belle Plaine, City Of

Belle Plaine, KS
KS2019115
People Served
1.5K
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Sumner 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.

  • 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.

    11.000 ppm
    EPA limit 10.000 ppm
  • SE

    Selenium

    Selenium is a mineral found in soil and rocks. It enters water through erosion and industrial processes. While essential in small amounts, high doses can be toxic.

    2700.000 ppb
    EPA limit 50.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Alkalinity, Total

Avg:160.000 ppm
Limit:-

Aluminum

Avg:0.014 ppm
Limit:-

Barium

Avg:0.160 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Calcium

Avg:52.000 ppm
Limit:-

Chloride

Avg:36.000 ppm
Limit:-

Copper

Avg:0.470 ppm
Limit:1.300 ppm
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