Nj American Water - Atlantic County
Atlantic County, NJ
NJ0119002
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- 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.
- ME
Mercury
Mercury is a toxic metal from industrial pollution and fossil fuel burning. It accumulates in fish and can damage the nervous system, especially in children and fetuses.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Aluminum
| Avg: | 0.400 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Barium
| Avg: | 0.000 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Beryllium
| Avg: | 0.300 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 4.000 ppb |
Chloride
| Avg: | 67.400 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Combined Radium (-226 & -228)
| Avg: | 2.850 pci/l |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 5.000 pci/l |
Copper
| Avg: | 0.215 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Summary
- People Served
- 120.1K
- Groundwater
- Atlantic County
- Data from 2023
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