Montezuma Wc

Montezuma County, CO
CO0142900
People Served
13.8K
Water Source
Surface Water
Counties
Montezuma 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.

  • DI

    1,4-Dioxane

    1,4-Dioxane is a synthetic chemical used in manufacturing. It enters water through industrial discharge and is difficult to remove with standard treatment. It's a potential carcinogen.

    0.700 ppb
    EPA limit 0.350 ppb
  • 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.

    283.000 ppb
    EPA limit 210.000 ppb
  • VA

    Vanadium

    Vanadium is a metal found in soil and rock. It enters water through natural erosion and industrial processes like steel production. High levels may pose health risks.

    175.100 ppb
    EPA limit 21.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

1,1-Dichloroethane

Avg:0.140 ppb
Limit:50.000 ppb

Bromochloromethane

Avg:0.060 ppb
Limit:-

Bromomethane

Avg:0.200 ppb
Limit:-

Chromium

Avg:0.000 ppm
Limit:0.100 ppm

Chromium, Hex

Avg:0.032 ppb
Limit:10.000 ppb

Cobalt

Avg:1.000 ppb
Limit:70.000 ppb
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Contaminants tested