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CONTAMINANT

Aldicarb

STATES DETECTED

1

serves

4,338

utilities detected

1

states detected

0

serves

0

utilities detected

0

Overview

Aldicarb is a neurotoxic insecticide.

State, National, and Health Guidelines for Drinking Water

EWG Health Guideline: 7 ppb

The EWG Health Guideline of 7 ppb for aldicarb was defined by the Environmental Protection Agency as a lifetime health-based limit for effects other than cancer. This health guideline protects against harm to the nervous system.

ppb = parts per billion

National Standard Exists

Health Concerns:

  • Harm to the brain and nervous system

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Aldicarb around the Country

UTILITIES WITH CONTAMINATION
State Utilities People Served
Massachusetts14,338

Utilities with the highest amounts of aldicarb, 2021-2023

ALL UTILITIES
LARGE UTILITIES
Utility Location Tests Average level People served
Upton DPW Water/wastewater DivisionUpton, MA3 of 37.11 ppb4,338
UtilityLocationTestsAverage levelPeople served

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