Microbiological
 Contaminants (2023)

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory?

Number of samples positive for coliform bacteria

Total Coliform Bacteria

17 of 18 Satisfactory

One, but no e. coli

Contaminant (units)

V?

Level
 Detected

MCL

Likely Source of Contamination

Potential Health Effects

Inorganic
 Contaminants (from source, 2021)
 

N

(see specific contaminants below)

Antimony (mg/L)

N

<0.0030

0.006

Discharge from petroleum refineries; fire retardants;
 ceramics; electronics; solder

Some people who drink water containing antimony well in excess of the MCL over many years could experience increases in blood cholesterol and decreases in blood sugar.

Arsenic (mg/L)

N

<0.0010

0.01

Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics
 production wastes

Some people who drink water containing arsenic in excess of the MCL over many years could experience skin damage or problems with their circulatory system, and may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

Barium (mg/L)

N

<0.10

2

Discharge of drilling
 wastes; Discharge from metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits

Some people who drink water containing barium in excess of the MCL over many years could experience an increase in their blood pressure.

Beryllium (mg/L)

N

<0.00030

0.004

Discharge from metal refineries and coal-burning factories; Discharge from electrical, aerospace, and defense industries

Some people who drink water containing beryllium well in excess of the MCL over many years could develop intestinal lesions.

Cadmium (mg/L)

N

<0.0010

0.005

Corrosion of galvanized pipes; Erosion of natural
 deposits; Discharge from metal refineries; Runoff from waste batteries and paints

Some people who drink water containing cadmium in excess of the MCL over many years could experience kidney damage.

Chloride (mg/L)

N

3.1

250

Chromium (mg/L)

N

<0.0070

0.1

Discharge from steel and pulp mills; Erosion of natural deposits

Some people who use water containing chromium well in excess of the MCL over many years could experience allergic dermatitis.

Copper (mg/L)

N/A

<0.020

N/A

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits

Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level (how much our bodies use) over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson's Disease should consult their personal doctor.

Cyanide (mg/L)

N

<0.05

0.2

Discharge from
 steel/metal factories; Discharge from plastic and fertilizer factories

Some people who drink water containing cyanide well in excess of the MCL over many years could experience nerve damage or problems with their thyroid.

Fluoride (mg/L)

N

<0.20

4

Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive which promotes strong
 teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories

Some people who drink water containing fluoride in excess of the MCL over many years could get bone disease, including pain and tenderness of the bones. Fluoride in drinking water at half the MCL or more may cause mottling of children's teeth, usually in children less than nine years old. Mottling, also known as dental fluorosis, may include brown staining and/or pitting of the teeth, and occurs only in developing teeth before they erupt from the gums.

Iron (mg/L) (most recent test: 2024)

N

<0.10

0.3

Lead (mg/L)

N/A

<0.0010

N/A

Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Erosion of natural deposits

Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development.
 Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.

Manganese (mg/L)

N

<0.010

0.05

Mercury [inorganic] (mg/L)

N

<0.00020

0.002

Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge from refineries and factories; Runoff from landfills; Runoff from cropland

Some people who drink water containing inorganic mercury well in excess of the MCL over many years could experience kidney damage.

Nickel (mg/L)

N

<0.0050

N/A

Nitrate (mg/L) (most recent test: 2024)

N

<0.38

10

Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits

Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrate in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue baby syndrome.

Nitrite (mg/L)

N

<0.10

1

Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits

Infants below the age of six months who drink water containing nitrite in excess of the MCL could become seriously ill and, if untreated, may die. Symptoms include shortness of breath and blue baby syndrome.

Nitrate/Nitrite, total Nitrogen (mg/L)

N

<0.40

10

(see above)

(see above)

Selenium (mg/L)

N

<0.0020

0.05

Discharge from petroleum and metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge from
 mines

Selenium is an essential nutrient. However, some people who drink water containing selenium in excess of the MCL over many years could experience hair or fingernail losses, numbness in fingers or toes, or problems with their crculation.

Silver (mg/L)

N

<0.01

0.1

Sodium (mg/L)

N

5.5

N/A

Sulfate (mg/L)

N

2.2

250

Thallium (mg/L)

N

<0.0010

0.002

Leaching from ore- processing sites; Discharge from electronics, glass, and drug factories

Some people who drink water containing thallium in excess of the MCL over many years could experience hair loss, changes in their blood, or problems with their kidneys, intestines, or liver.

Zinc (mg/L)

N

<0.20

5

Inorganic Compounds (from distribution, 2023)

At each of the ten residential sites sampled, lead and copper concentrations tested below the respective regulatory action level (RAL).
 90th percentile: Out of every 10 homes sampled, 9 were at or below this level. If the measured amount at more than one residence exceeds the RAL, action must be taken to reduce the amount.

Copper (mg/L)

N

90th percentile: 0.185 mg/L (1.3 mg/L is the regulatory action level)

Lead (mg/L)

N

90th percentile: 0.0032 mg/L (0.015 mg/L is the regulatory action level)

Volatile Organic Compounds (μg/L) from source, 2022

N

All 59 ND (non-detected; needn’t be itemized. If you’re curious about the specifics, see www.ashford-water.com for the link to the DOH Consumer Confidence Report guide)

Herbicides (μg/L) from source, 2021

N

All 14 ND (non-detected; needn’t be itemized. If you’re curious about the specifics, see www.ashford-water.com for the link to the DOH Consumer Confidence Report guide)

Pesticides (μg/L) from source, 2024

N

All 50 ND (non-detected; needn’t be itemized. If you’re curious about the specifics, see www.ashford-water.com for the link to the DOH Consumer Confidence Report guide)

Contaminant (units)

V?

Level
 Detected

MCL

Likely Source of Contamination

Potential Health Effects

Gross α (alpha) emitters (pCi/L) from source, 2023

N

<3.00 ± 0.699

15

Erosion of natural deposits

Certain minerals are radioactive and may emit a form of radiation known as alpha radiation. Some people who drink water containing alpha emitters in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

Radium 228 (pCi/L) from source, 2023

N

<0.184 ± 0.4

5

Erosion of natural deposits

Some people who drink water containing radium 226 or 228 in excess of the MCL over many years may have an increased risk of getting cancer.

PFAS (Forever Chemicals)

per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (2024)

Tested for 25 different PFAS; all were non-detected.

Water Properties:

Color (color units)

Conductivity (μmhos/cm)

Hardness (mg/L)

Turbidity (NTU)

Violation:

N

N

N

N

Measured:

<5.0

120.7

50

<0.10

MCL:

15

700

n/a

n/a