Pennsville Twsp. Water Depart.
Pennsville Twp.-1708, NJ
NJ1708001
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- DI
1,4-Dioxane
1,4-Dioxane is a synthetic chemical used in manufacturing. It enters water through industrial discharge and is difficult to remove with standard treatment. It's a potential carcinogen.
- CH
Chlorate
Chlorate forms when chlorine-based disinfectants react with water. It's a byproduct of water treatment that can interfere with thyroid function, especially in infants and pregnant women.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Antimony
6 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.072 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 6.000 ppb |
Arsenic
8 detections
| Avg Result: | 1.504 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Barium
11 detections
| Avg Result: | 0.035 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Bromodichloromethane
129 detections
| Avg Result: | 3.432 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Bromoform
99 detections
| Avg Result: | 3.092 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Cadmium
1 detection
| Avg Result: | 0.008 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 5.000 ppb |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 13.5K
- Groundwater
- Salem County
- Data from 2014-2023
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