City Of Westminster

Carroll County, MD
MD0060015
People Served
35.3K
Water Source
Surface Water
Counties
Carroll 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.

  • PF

    Pfbs

    PFBS is a man-made chemical used in manufacturing and firefighting foams. It persists in the environment and accumulates in the body, potentially causing liver and thyroid problems.

    5400.000 ppt
    EPA limit 100.000 ppt
  • PF

    Pfhxs

    PFHxS is a persistent chemical used in firefighting foam and water-resistant products. It contaminates drinking water near industrial sites and military bases, accumulating in the body over time.

    3500.000 ppt
    EPA limit 100.000 ppt
  • PF

    Pfoa

    PFOA is a man-made chemical used in non-stick coatings and waterproof products. It persists in the environment and can contaminate drinking water, linked to various health issues.

    5500.000 ppt
    EPA limit 100.000 ppt
  • PF

    Pfos

    PFOS is a man-made chemical used in various products. It persists in the environment and can contaminate water sources through industrial activities. PFOS accumulates in the body over time.

    4400.000 ppt
    EPA limit 100.000 ppt

Other Contaminants Detected

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