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Af tt, 2 #, 1 2002 Test Results . In 2002 , OWASA tested drinking water for over 100 substances in accord with State and Federal requirements . Listed below are the only substances that were detected , all of which were below the regulatory limits . To get a list of all test results including substances not detected , please call us at 9684421 or see our Website , www. owasa . orga hstance and- Highest_ Nlghest Level Han_ ge Detectfed Highest Level Highest Level MaJor sairrce to Drinking Water It Measurement Detefded Allowed (MCQ Goal (Mad _ -- - --- al Coliform 4 0 to 4 presence of coliform 0 Naturally present in the cteria (percent) bacteria in greater environment ' than 5% of the • ' - ' ' _ monthly samples • • ' " - ' Vdity (NTU) 0.38 0.01 to 0.38 1.0 0.3 A measure of the cloudiness of and 99.9% or and 95% of water. It may be caused by M , , , • . samples below 0.3 samples below 0.3 inorganic soil particles or • • • , _ , fragments of organic matter , e that can interfere with treatmenL e p Decay of natural and :ta emitters 4.34 no range 50 man-made deposits st tested in 1999• e arium (ppm) 0.022 0,015 to 0.022 2 2 Discharge of drilling wastes; discharge from metal refineries; erosion of natural deposits • , , opper (ppm)* * 0. 160 0.026 to 0,580 1.3 1.3 Corrosion of household plumbing (90th percenWe, with ( ) action level systems; erosion of natural - ' 0 sample sues above deposits; leaching from wood _ _ , • , . preservatives the action level) the average • _ ge from ;yanide (ppb) 67 34 to 67 200 200 facttories;rdischarge from plastic ' and fertilizer factories if exceede ' triggerswater system must e . luoride (ppm) 0.92 0.90 to 0.92 4 4 Erosion of natural deposits; water additive which promotes strong Treatment Techniquerequired teeth; discharge from fertilizer and reduce the level of ' drinking aluminum factories .ead (ppb) " 4 <3 to 36 15 0.0 Corrosion of household plumbing (90th percentile, with (action level) systems; erosion of natural deposits I sample site above CONSERVATION Ore action level) Nitrate (ppm) 0.22 no range 10 10 Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Conservation is a costmeffective way to ensure an adequate, erosion of natural deposits safe water supply for our community. Following basic water conservation practices and habits at all times of year will help Sodium (ppm) 25.3 18.5 to 25.3 not regulated 20 An element that occurs our community cope with droughts and other water shortages (proposed) naturally in soils when they occur in the future. Conservation also helps protect the natural environment and reduce energy use in pumping Sulfate (ppm) 40 28 to 40 not regulated 500 A mineral that occurs water and hot water heating. (proposed) naturally in soils Waterwise landscaping is one of the best ways to conserve water In the warm to hot months of the year. Outdoor water • e ' • e use in our community in hot, dry weather has been as high as I three or more million gallons per day. Total Haloacebc 35.2 26 to 59 60 0 By-product of drinking water Acids (ppb) (running ready average) (running yeadyaverage) (running yearly average) chlorination For established plantings and lawn areas, use no more than one inch of water per week (less during a declared water Total 0 By-product of drinking water 36.7 21.8 to 49 80 shortage), If you have an irrigation system, have . it set for (ppb) * * * (running can averse rennin a ayes rennin ea avea chlorination optimum effectiveness with the type of soil you have — too much Trihalomethanes b l gr r g ) (running M z•1 (running M gel Bromadichloromethane (ppb) 6.85 no range Not regulated Not regulated BY Product of drinking water water can be harmful and will not encourage the root growth chlorination needed for healthy plants. Please visit our Website, www.owasa.org, for links to waterwise Chloroform (ppb) 20.5 no range Not regulated Not regulated By-product of drinking water chlorination landscaping information or contact us for sources of information about drought resistant plants. Chlorodibromomethane (ppb) 2, 12 no range Not regulated Not regulated By-product of drinking water ` Replacing old fixtures such as toilets, showerheads and chlorination ® aerators with more water-efficient models will save water at all Chloramines (ppm) 3.5 3.4 to 3. 7 MRDL = 4 MROLG = 4 Water additive used to times of year. (running annual average flange of monthly control microbes On average, about 25% of residential indoor water use is for of monthly distribution distribution system flushing toilets. Older toilets (installed before 1994) use two to system samples Feb: sample averages) three times as much water as newer models. And, a new toilet Dec. after switch to can pay for itself in a few years by lowering your water and chloaminabonl sewer bill every month. Chlorine (ppm) 1,54 No range MRDL = 4 MRDLG = 4 Water additive used to Y P replace If Ian to re lace a clothes washing machine or dishwasher, (average of distribution control microbes the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's EnergyStar Website, system samples In Jan. www,energystar.gov/products, is an excellent source of informa- prior to chloraminadon) tion about appliances that use water and energy efficiently, ' • e • tr , Periodically check for and fix leaks in your toilets, faucets, e water pipes, hoses, irrigation system if you have one, etc. 6 3.57 to 8,89 Tr N/A Naturally present in Please review your monthly OWASA bill for unusually high water Total Organic environment use, which may indicate a leak. Carbon (ppm) (annual average) There are dozens of ways to conserve water. Please contact us or see our Website for more information. *Test required every four years • • Tests are done in the water dsribution system every three rears in accord with federal standards ^ •Usted on a Win pencemile or running average basis In accord with federal reeuiremems.