Water Quality in Deltona, FL

Deltona's water has 3 contaminants above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.

Utility

DELTONA WATER

People Served

78,345

MCL Violations

0

Last Updated

Apr 17, 2024

Quick Summary

20
Contaminants Tested
3
Above Guidelines
Above EPA Limits
EPA Status
Same as state average

Contaminants Detected

⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (3)

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

spleendevelopmentalkidneysimmune-systemcarcinogensliver

Common Sources

Chlorine disinfection interacting with naturally occurring organic matter in distribution systemsTotal THMs are usually higher in surface water than groundwaterThe release of agricultural and industrial chemicals may also contribute to total THMs in drinking water
Last Tested: Apr 17, 2024

What is Radium 226?

Radium-226 is a radioactive isotope of radium, which is a naturally occurring element found in uranium ores. It is a decay product of uranium-238 and is known for its radioactive properties, emitting alpha particles and gamma radiation.

Health Effects

Exposure to Radium-226 can lead to serious health issues, including an increased risk of bone cancer and other malignancies. It can accumulate in bones and tissues, leading to long-term health effects due to its radioactivity.

Affected Organs

BonesLiverKidneysNervous system

Common Sources

Natural depositsIndustrial discharge

Certified Filter Standards

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Last Tested: Apr 17, 2024

What is Cadmium?

Heavy metal most often found in drinking water due to the corrosion of galvanized pipes. It has a variety of industrial uses, primarily as a component in batteries, pigments, coatings, and electroplating. It also occurs as a natural impurity in phosphate rocks, and is present in certain phosphate fertilizers as a result. Cadmium can accumulate in plants and organisms throughout the food chain from contaminated soil and water. Long-term exposure to excess cadmium may lead to kidney dysfunction, skeletal defects, and multiple types of cancer.

Health Effects

Health protective benchmarks for cadmium in drinking water are based on kidney toxicity and skeletal defects (osteoporosis, increased bone fractures, decreased bone mineral density). In animal studies, cadmium has been shown to cause adverse developmental effects as well.

Affected Organs

developmentalkidneysskeletal

Common Sources

Primarily enters drinking water from the corrosion of galvanized pipes, erosion of natural deposits, discharge from metal refineries, and runoff from fertilizers and disposal sites containing waste batteries and paints
Last Tested: Apr 17, 2024

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 Deltona

Based on Deltona's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.

Our Pick
BEST LEAD REMOVAL
VRO-3Q VRO-3Q

GHP Group Inc.

VRO-3Q VRO-3Q

(9,525 reviews)
17.06

NSF Certified:

NSF-58

Daily Production

20.3 gpd

Removes 15 contaminants:

Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more

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Highly Rated
BEST LEAD REMOVAL
PUN3RO PUN3RO

GHP Group Inc.

PUN3RO PUN3RO

(1 reviews)
26.37

NSF Certified:

NSF-58

Daily Production

23.3 gpd

Removes 15 contaminants:

Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more

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Highly Rated
BEST LEAD REMOVAL
CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]

Solventum Purification Inc.

CMTRO-75[G] CMTRO-75[G]

(3,011 reviews)
17.59

NSF Certified:

NSF-58

Daily Production

23.59 gpd

Removes 15 contaminants:

Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +10 more

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Highly Rated
BEST LEAD REMOVAL
TRO508 TRO508

Senwater Systems, LLC.

TRO508 TRO508

(10,143 reviews)
25.45

NSF Certified:

NSF-58

Daily Production

11 gpd

Removes 17 contaminants:

Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Chromium (Total), Chromium (VI) +12 more

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Frequently Asked Questions

Deltona's water has 3 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.