Aluminum
Calipatria State Prison
Aluminum is a metal released from metal refineries and mining operations. Too much aluminum exposure can impair children's brain development.
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Samples exceeding legal limit (MCL)
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Samples exceeding
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Testing results - average by year
| Year | Average result | Samples taken | Detections | Range of results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 88.0 ppb | 12 | 9 | ND - 180.0 ppb |
| 2019 | 84.3 ppb | 12 | 10 | ND - 170.0 ppb |
| 2020 | 73.9 ppb | 12 | 8 | ND - 180.0 ppb |
| 2021 | 93.3 ppb | 12 | 10 | ND - 200.0 ppb |
| 2022 | 105.3 ppb | 11 | 10 | ND - 200.0 ppb |
| 2023 | 217.9 ppb | 12 | 12 | 63.0 ppb - 840.0 ppb |
ppb = parts per billion
State, National, and Health Guidelines for Drinking Water
EWG Health Guideline: 600 ppb
The EWG Health Guideline of 600 ppb for aluminum 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 the brain and nervous system.
ppb = parts per billion
All test results
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