Portsmouth Water & Fire District
Portsmouth, RI
RI1592022
- People Served
- 17.1K
- Water Source
- Surface Water
- Counties
- Newport County
- Data from
- 2023
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.
- 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.
- TR
Trihalomethanes
Trihalomethanes are chemical byproducts formed when chlorine used to disinfect water reacts with organic matter. They are common in chlorinated water and may increase cancer risk.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the last year.
Arsenic
| Avg: | 0.002 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Barium
| Avg: | 0.007 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Chlorite
| Avg: | 0.343 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.000 ppm |
Combined Chlorine
| Avg: | 350.600 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate
| Avg: | 2.500 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 6.000 ppb |
Fluoride
| Avg: | 0.980 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 4.000 ppm |
Contaminants tested
Summary
- People Served
- 17.1K
- Surface Water
- Newport County
- Data from 2023
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