Stonington Water Company
Stonington, ME
ME0091510
- People Served
- 680
- Water Source
- Groundwater
- Counties
- Hancock County
- Data from
- 2021-2023
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.
- GR
Gross Alpha Particle Activity
Gross Alpha Particle Activity measures radioactivity from alpha-emitting elements in water. It's often linked to uranium and radium in groundwater, increasing cancer risk.
- 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.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the last year.
Arsenic
| Avg: | 0.520 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Barium
| Avg: | 0.002 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Chloride
| Avg: | 53.000 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Combined Radium (-226 & -228)
| Avg: | 2.953 pci/l |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 5.000 pci/l |
Combined Uranium
| Avg: | 18.600 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 30.000 ppb |
Copper
| Avg: | 0.370 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Contaminants tested
Summary
- People Served
- 680
- Groundwater
- Hancock County
- Data from 2021-2023
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