Longmeadow Water Dept
Longmeadow, MA
MA1159000
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- CH
Chloroform
Chloroform is a chemical formed when chlorine in water treatment reacts with organic matter. It's also used in industry. Exposure can damage the liver and kidneys.
- TR
Trichloroacetic Acid
Trichloroacetic acid is a byproduct formed when chlorine disinfectants react with organic matter in water. It's commonly found in chlorinated drinking water supplies.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Bromodichloromethane
16 detections
| Avg Result: | 5.288 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Chlorate
2 detections
| Avg Result: | 5.625 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 210.000 ppb |
Chromium, Hex
8 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.046 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Copper
29 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.110 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Dichloroacetic Acid
16 detections
| Avg Result: | 7.506 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 60.000 ppb |
Haloacetic Acids
120 detections
| Avg Result: | 19.611 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 60.000 ppb |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 15.9K
- Surface Water
- Hampden County
- Data from 2014-2024
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