Central Area Water System Water Quality Data
Refer to notes on
page 15 for explanation of units, definitions, and abbreviations.
Text in orange is language required by the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Radiological
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Analyte
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Units
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Groundwater Concentrations
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Greenway Surface Water Concentrations
|
Pyramid Peak Surface Water Concentrations
|
EPA Limit MCL
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EPA Limit MCLG
|
Sample Date
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Possible Sources
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|
Range |
Highest |
Range |
Highest |
Range |
Highest |
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|
|
Gross Alpha |
pCi/L |
2.4* |
2.4 |
0.1-3.0 |
3 |
2.3-5.8 |
5.8 |
15 |
0 |
2003-05 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Gross Beta |
mrem |
ND |
ND |
ND |
ND |
3.5 |
3.5 |
4 |
0 |
2003-04 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Radium 226 |
pCi/L |
ND-0.3 |
0.3 |
ND |
ND |
NR |
NR |
NA |
NA |
2003-04 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Radium 228 |
pCi/L |
ND |
ND |
ND |
ND |
NR |
NR |
NA |
NA |
2003-04 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Combined Radium |
pCi/L |
ND-0.9 |
0.9 |
NR |
NR |
NR |
NR |
5 |
0 |
2003 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Uranium |
µg/L |
2.1* |
2.1 |
ND-1.9 |
1.9 |
NR |
NR |
30 |
0 |
2003-04 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
|
Radon |
pCi/L |
148-415 |
415 |
NR |
NR |
ND |
ND |
NA |
NA |
2006 |
Erosion of natural deposits |
* Only one sample required.
Radon is a radioactive gas that you cannot see, taste, or smell. It is found throughout the United States. Radon can move up through the
ground and into a home through cracks and holes in the foundation. Radon can build up to high levels in all types of homes. Radon can
also get into indoor air when released from tap water from showering, washing dishes, and other household activities. Compared to
radon entering the home through soil, radon entering the home through tap water will in most cases be a small source of radon in indoor
air. Radon is a known human carcinogen. Breathing air containing radon can lead to lung cancer. Drinking water containing radon
may also cause increased risk of stomach cancer. If you are concerned about radon in your home, test the air in your home. Testing is
inexpensive and easy. For additional information, call your state radon program or call EPA’s Radon Hotline (800-SOS-RADON). |