Nj American Water - Atlantic County

Atlantic County, NJ
NJ0119002
People Served
120.1K
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Atlantic 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.

  • 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.

    60.000 ppb
    EPA limit 50.000 ppb
  • 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.

    1300.000 ppb
    EPA limit 2.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

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
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