City Of Waxahachie
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- 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.
- 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.
- HA
Haloacetic acids (HAA9)
Haloacetic acids are byproducts formed when chlorine disinfectants react with organic matter in water. This group of 9 compounds is regulated due to potential cancer risks.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Alpha-Hexachlorocyclohexane
| Avg Result: | 0.001 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | - |
Antimony
| Avg Result: | 0.017 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 6.000 ppb |
Arsenic
| Avg Result: | 0.366 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Atrazine
| Avg Result: | 0.239 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 3.000 ppb |
Barium
| Avg Result: | 0.048 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Bromodichloromethane
| Avg Result: | 16.083 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 80.000 ppb |
Contaminants tested
Contaminants that have been tested but not detected
Summary
- People Served
- 41.1K
- Surface Water
- Ellis County
- Data from 2014-2024
Subscribe for alerts on this water system
By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy.