Central Beach Fire District

Charlestown, RI
RI1647512
People Served
470
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Washington County
Data from
2022-2023
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Contaminants Exceeding Limits

The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the last year.

  • CO

    Copper

    Copper is a metal that enters tap water from plumbing pipes and natural deposits. In high amounts, it can cause stomach and intestinal distress, liver damage, and anemia.

    4.449 ppm
    EPA limit 1.300 ppm
  • NI

    Nitrate

    Nitrate is a chemical from fertilizers and waste that enters water through agricultural runoff. It's especially harmful to infants, causing oxygen deficiency in the blood.

    14.100 ppm
    EPA limit 10.000 ppm

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Barium

Avg:0.042 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Lead

Avg:0.600 ppb
Limit:15.000 ppb

Pfas, Total

Avg:12.000 ppt
Limit:-