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Not health advice. Contact your local water utility for concerns.
Data from EPA Water Quality Reports. For official information, contact your water utility or health department.
Analysis of uranium contamination levels across Maine cities
Complete list of cities where uranium has been detected, sorted by level
No uranium detections have been reported in Maine cities.
Uranium poses both chemical and radiological health risks. As a heavy metal, uranium is toxic to the kidneys and can cause kidney damage and eventual kidney failure with long-term exposure. As a radioactive element, uranium exposure increases cancer risk, particularly bone cancer due to accumulation in bones. The chemical toxicity to kidneys is the primary concern at levels found in drinking water.
Erosion of natural deposits; common in certain geologic formations, especially granite
Based on our analysis of EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) data and local water utility reports,uranium has been detected in 0 Maine water systems.
The EPA MCL for uranium is 30 micrograms per liter (30 ppb). The EPA MCL for uranium is 30 ug/L. This limit is set to protect public health based on available scientific evidence about the contaminant's health effects.
0 Maine cities have uranium detected in their water supply. All tested cities are within EPA safety limits.
Kidney damage and potential kidney failure, increased cancer risk. The most vulnerable groups include people with kidney disease and pregnant women.
The most effective methods for removing uranium include Reverse Osmosis, Strong Base Anion Exchange, Distillation. Look for filters certified by NSF/ANSI for uranium reduction.
The EPA Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for uranium is 30 ug/L.The EPA MCL for uranium is 30 micrograms per liter (30 ppb).
Recommended filtration methods for uranium removal:
Removes 95-98% of uranium
Very effective for uranium
Effective removal