Pembroke Water Division Dpw

Pembroke, MA
MA4231000
People Served
18.2K
Water Source
Groundwater
Counties
Plymouth 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.

  • CH

    Chromium

    Chromium is a metal from natural deposits and industrial processes. It enters water through runoff. The toxic form, chromium-6, can cause cancer and organ damage.

    0.322 ppm
    EPA limit 0.100 ppm
  • MA

    Manganese

    Manganese is a metal found in rocks and soil. It enters water through erosion and industrial processes. While essential in small amounts, excess can harm the nervous system.

    317.000 ppb
    EPA limit 50.000 ppb

Other Contaminants Detected

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

Barium

Avg:0.020 ppm
Limit:2.000 ppm

Bromodichloromethane

Avg:2.100 ppb
Limit:80.000 ppb

Chloroform

Avg:2.000 ppb
Limit:70.000 ppb

Copper

Avg:0.110 ppm
Limit:1.300 ppm

Dibromochloromethane

Avg:1.400 ppb
Limit:60.000 ppb

Fluoride

Avg:0.850 ppm
Limit:4.000 ppm
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