2,4,5-TP (Silvex)
Belforest Water System
2(2,4,5-trichlorophenoxy) propionic acid (2,4,5-TP or Silvex) is a cancer-causing herbicide banned in the U.S. in 1985 because of its toxicity. It is still detected as a groundwater contaminant in areas where it was sprayed or stored.
Testing results - average by year
Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
---|---|---|---|---|
2014 | ND | 1 | 0 | ND |
2015 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2016 | ND | 4 | 0 | ND |
2017 | ND | 2 | 0 | ND |
2018 | N/A | 0 | 0 | N/A |
2019 | ND | 4 | 0 | ND |
ppb = parts per billion
State and national drinking water standards and health guidelines
EWG Health Guideline 3 ppb
The EWG Health Guideline of 3 ppb for 2,4,5-TP was defined by the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment as a public health goal, the level of a drinking water contaminant that does not pose a significant health risk. This health guideline protects against harm to internal organs.
EPA Maximum Contaminant
Level (MCL) 50 ppb
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
Date | Lab ID | Result |
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2014-01-16 | AA88286 | ND |
2016-01-14 | AB09755 | ND |
2016-01-14 | AB09756 | ND |
2016-07-12 | AB13421 | ND |
2016-07-12 | AB13420 | ND |
2017-04-11 | AB18600 | ND |
2017-10-12 | AB23661 | ND |
2019-01-15 | AB32576 | ND |
2019-01-15 | AB32577 | ND |
2019-06-14 | AB35893 | ND |
2019-06-14 | AB35894 | ND |