North Alamo Wsc
Hidalgo County, TX
TX1080029
Contaminants Exceeding Limits
The following contaminants have exceeded the guideline limits at least once in the past ten years.
- CY
Cyanide
Cyanide is a highly toxic chemical from industrial processes like mining and electroplating. It enters water through waste discharge and interferes with cellular oxygen use.
- 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.
Other Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been detected, but not exceeded the guideline limits in the past ten years.
Antimony
| Avg: | 1.000 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 6.000 ppb |
Arsenic
| Avg: | 3.000 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 10.000 ppb |
Barium
| Avg: | 0.118 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 2.000 ppm |
Chlorite
| Avg: | 0.920 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.000 ppm |
Combined Uranium
| Avg: | 2.200 ppb |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 30.000 ppb |
Copper
| Avg: | 0.146 ppm |
|---|---|
| Limit: | 1.300 ppm |
Contaminants tested
Summary
- People Served
- 153.7K
- Surface Water
- Hidalgo County
- Data from 2023
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