New Design - Frederick County
Frederick County, MD
MD0100030
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- CH
Chloromethane
Chloromethane is a colorless gas used in manufacturing and as a refrigerant. It can enter water through industrial discharge and may affect the nervous system if inhaled.
- GR
Gross Beta Particle Activity
Gross Beta Particle Activity measures radioactivity from beta-emitting particles in water. Sources include nuclear facilities and certain minerals. It increases cancer risk.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Aluminum
| Avg: | 0.027 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Barium
| Avg: | 0.035 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Bromomethane
| Avg: | 0.610 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Combined Chlorine
| Avg: | 1.200 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Combined Radium (-226 & -228)
| Avg: | 0.200 pci/l |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 5.000 pci/l |
Copper
| Avg: | 0.106 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Summary
- People Served
- 49.2K
- Surface Water
- Frederick County
- Data from 2023
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