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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 mercury contamination levels across Montana cities
Complete list of cities where mercury has been detected, sorted by level
No mercury detections have been reported in Montana cities.
Mercury is a highly toxic heavy metal that can cause severe neurological damage. It can damage the brain, kidneys, and developing fetus. Symptoms include personality changes, tremors, vision changes, deafness, muscle coordination loss, and memory problems. Mercury accumulates in the body over time, making chronic low-level exposure concerning.
Erosion of natural deposits; discharge from refineries and factories; runoff from landfills
Based on our analysis of EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) data and local water utility reports,mercury has been detected in 0 Montana water systems.
The EPA MCL for mercury is 0.002 mg/L (2 ppb). The EPA MCL for mercury is 0.002 mg/L. This limit is set to protect public health based on available scientific evidence about the contaminant's health effects.
0 Montana cities have mercury detected in their water supply. All tested cities are within EPA safety limits.
Kidney damage, neurological effects, developmental problems in children. The most vulnerable groups include pregnant women and developing fetuses.
The most effective methods for removing mercury include Reverse Osmosis, Distillation. Look for filters certified by NSF/ANSI for mercury reduction.
The EPA Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) for mercury is 0.002 mg/L.The EPA MCL for mercury is 0.002 mg/L (2 ppb).
Recommended filtration methods for mercury removal:
Removes 95-97% of mercury
Very effective
Some types more effective