National Drinking Water Database
Alpha Chlordane in Delaware
Alpha chlordane is an isomer of the banned pesticide Chlordane, a termiticide historically applied for home, garden, roadside and agricultural uses.
The Most Polluted Communities in Delaware
1 water utilities reported detecting Alpha Chlordane in tap water since 2004, according to EWG's analysis of water quality data supplied by state water agencies
Ranked by highest average Alpha Chlordane level
| Rank | System | Population Served | Positive test results of total reported tests | Average Level (Range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Artesian Water Company Newark, DE | 201,000 | 6 of 83 | < 0.01 ppb (0 to 0.03 ppb) |
Health Based Limits for Alpha Chlordane
There are no health based standards that EWG is using for this chemical
Violation Summary for Alpha Chlordane in Delaware
There are no violations reported for this contaminant in Delaware