Lordsburg Water Supply System

Lordsburg, NM
NM3522812
People Served
3K
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Hidalgo 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.

  • FL

    Fluoride

    Fluoride is a mineral added to water to prevent tooth decay. It occurs naturally and in industrial waste. High levels can cause tooth discoloration in children.

    6.200 ppm
    EPA limit 4.000 ppm
  • 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.

    212.500 pci/l
    EPA limit 50.000 pci/l

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Combined Chlorine

Avg:0.500 ppm
Limit:-

Combined Uranium

Avg:27.000 ppb
Limit:30.000 ppb

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon & U

Avg:18.800 pci/l
Limit:-

Nitrate

Avg:1.000 ppm
Limit:10.000 ppm

Trihalomethanes

Avg:3.000 ppb
Limit:80.000 ppb