Water Quality in Dartmouth, MA
Dartmouth's water has 4 contaminants above health guidelines. We recommend using a certified water filter.
Utility
DARTMOUTH WATER DIVISION
People Served
24,582
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
Jun 14, 2022
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (4)
Chloroform
What is Chloroform?
Member of trihalomethanes (THMs) that form in water treated with chlorine and is generally the most abundant THM formed in drinking water
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for chloroform have been developed based on kidney and liver carcinogenicity observed in animal studies, and liver toxicity observed in occupational studies. The EPA classifies chloroform as a probable human carcinogen based on animal evidence, and there is additional epidemiological evidence that may increase the risk of colon and bladder cancer in humans. Results from animal studies also suggest that exposure to chloroform can cause liver, developmental and immune toxicity. Acute exposure to low levels of chloroform will cause nervous system toxicity.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA)
What is Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA)?
Member of haloacetic acids (HAAs) that form as byproducts when chlorine reacts with organic matter
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for TCA in drinking water have been developed based on liver toxicity and carcinogenicity observed in animal studies. EPA has classified TCA as a possible human carcinogen. Developmental toxicity has also been associated with exposure to TCA based on evidence from animal studies.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Dibromochloromethane
What is Dibromochloromethane?
Member of trihalomethanes (THMs) that form in water treated with chlorine
Health Effects
Health protective benchmarks for DBCM have been developed based on liver toxicity and carcinogenicity observed in animal studies. EPA has classified DBCM as a possible human carcinogen based on animal evidence, while IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer) says it is unclassifiable as a human carcinogen. Kidney toxicity has also been associated with DBCM based on evidence from animal studies. DBCM has been shown to produce DNA changes (genotoxicity) in laboratory studies.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Radium 226
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
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 Dartmouth
Based on Dartmouth's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
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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
Omnipure Filter Co.
ELF ELF 1MPF
NSF Certified:
Capacity
500 gal
Filter Life
2 mo
Flow Rate
1.67 gpm
Removes 6 contaminants:
Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide, Cryptosporidium, Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid +1 more
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
RWP50020BWW[3] RWP50020BWW[3]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
330 gal
Filter Life
1 mo
Flow Rate
0.45 gpm
Removes 14 contaminants:
Asbestos, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide, Chromium (Total) +9 more
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
RWP70a15def[1] RWP70a15def[1]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
330 gal
Filter Life
1 mo
Flow Rate
0.45 gpm
Removes 14 contaminants:
Asbestos, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide, Chromium (Total) +9 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Dartmouth's water has 4 contaminants above health guidelines. We strongly recommend using a certified water filter to reduce exposure to these contaminants. Check our filter recommendations below for NSF-certified options that can remove the specific contaminants found in Dartmouth's water.