Providence-City Of
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- PF
- PF
Pfhpa
Pfhpa is a synthetic chemical in the PFAS family, used in firefighting foams and industrial processes. It persists in the environment and accumulates in the human body over time.
- PF
Pfhxs
PFHxS is a persistent chemical used in firefighting foam and water-resistant products. It contaminates drinking water near industrial sites and military bases, accumulating in the body over time.
- PF
Pfna
PFNA is a man-made chemical in the PFAS family, used in industrial processes and consumer products. It persists in the environment and can contaminate drinking water sources.
- PF
Pfoa
PFOA is a man-made chemical used in non-stick coatings and waterproof products. It persists in the environment and can contaminate drinking water, linked to various health issues.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Barium
| Avg: | 0.008 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Bromochloroacetic Acid
| Avg: | 2.470 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Combined Chlorine
| Avg: | 0.390 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Copper
| Avg: | 0.014 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Fluoride
| Avg: | 0.780 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 4.000 ppm |
Lead
| Avg: | 0.001 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 15.000 ppb |
Summary
- People Served
- 317.7K
- Surface Water
- Providence County
- Data from 2023
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