Water Quality in Yuma, AZ
Yuma's water has 2 contaminants above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
YUMA WATER SYSTEM
People Served
103,264
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Apr 30, 2024
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (2)
Total THMs
What is Total THMs?
Group of contaminants that form in drinking water systems when a disinfectant, typically chlorine, reacts with organic matter
Health Effects
Drinking water standards for total THMs are based on evidence of carcinogenicity in human and animal studies, as well as liver and kidney toxicity observed in animal studies. Individual THMs have been further associated with developmental, immune, spleen, and genotoxicity.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Chlorite
What is Chlorite?
Chlorite is a chemical compound that is a derivative of chloric acid. It is often found in drinking water as a byproduct of chlorine disinfection processes. Chlorite can also occur naturally in some water sources.
Health Effects
Exposure to chlorite can lead to various health issues, including irritation of the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Ingesting high levels of chlorite can cause gastrointestinal distress and may affect red blood cell function, leading to methemoglobinemia, a condition where the blood cannot carry oxygen effectively.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Yuma
Based on Yuma's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
GHP Group Inc.
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
20.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
GHP Group Inc.
PUN3RO PUN3RO
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.3 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
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Carbon Block Technology
CB-AS[2] CB-AS[2]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
600 gal
Filter Life
2 mo
Flow Rate
1 gpm
Removes 10 contaminants:
Arsenic, Asbestos, Cryptosporidium, Lead, Mercury +5 more
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Solventum Purification Inc.
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]
NSF Certified:
Daily Production
23.59 gpd
Removes 15 contaminants:
Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Yuma's water has 2 contaminants above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.