First Mutual Water System

Kern County, CA
CA1502569
People Served
35
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Kern County
Data from
2023
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Contaminants Exceeding Limits

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

  • AR

    Arsenic

    Arsenic is a toxic element found in rocks and soil. It enters water through natural erosion and human activities like mining. Long-term exposure causes cancer and organ damage.

    14.750 ppb
    EPA limit 10.000 ppb
  • CH

    Chromium, Hex

    Hexavalent chromium is a toxic industrial pollutant from metal plating and wood treatment. It enters water via industrial discharge and causes cancer when ingested.

    18.250 ppb
    California limit 10.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Combined Uranium

Avg:4.260 ppb
Limit:30.000 ppb

Gross Alpha Particle Activity

Avg:3.920 ppb
Limit:15.000 ppb

Nitrate

Avg:2.700 ppm
Limit:10.000 ppm

Contaminants tested