National Drinking Water Database
Benzo[a]anthracene in Texas
Benzo[a]anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) released from combustion of fossil fuels and waste incinerators.
The Most Polluted Communities in Texas
1 water utilities reported detecting Benzo[a]anthracene in tap water since 2004, according to EWG's analysis of water quality data supplied by state water agencies
Ranked by highest average Benzo[a]anthracene level
| Rank | System | Population Served | Positive test results of total reported tests | Average Level (Range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Houston Mobile Home Comm Houston, TX | 525 | 1 of 1 | 0.06 ppb (0.06 ppb) |
Health Based Limits for Benzo[a]anthracene
| Standard | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| EPA Human Health Water Quality Criteria | Water quality criteria set by the US EPA provide guidance for states and tribes authorized to establish water quality standards under the Clean Water Act (CWA) to protect human health. These are non-enforceable standards based upon exposure by both drinking water and the contribution of water contamination to other consumed foods. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. | <0.01 ppb |
Violation Summary for Benzo[a]anthracene in Texas
There are no violations reported for this contaminant in Texas