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The invisible threat in your water.
The invisible threat in your water.
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), man-made chemicals that do not break down and are used in a variety of products (water-resistant and non-stick), also contaminate drinking water sources.
Private wells are vulnerable from sources like landfills, farms, production and military facilities, and other pollutants.
As research and municipal water treatment is developed, PFAS levels continue to build up (bioaccumulate) in all wildlife.
The higher your forever chemical exposure, the more likely you are to have health issues.
The higher your forever chemical exposure, the more likely you are to have health issues.
And more?
And more?
On the Water Cycle page, we explored the natural movement of water through the environment. However, complications arise when human-made contaminants enter the cycle. While contamination is often traced to specific sources, water naturally connects everything—it flows downhill unless it evaporates.
Pollution from Superfund sites, inactive landfills, industrial runoff, and improper waste disposal can spread far beyond its original source, impacting groundwater, rivers, and reservoirs. These issues pose serious risks to drinking water quality and public health.
You'll find resources on this page highlighting key zones of concern, including contaminated areas, watershed vulnerabilities, and ways to mitigate risks.
Are you concerned about the presence of forever chemicals in your tap water? Proper home water treatment with calculated output and contact time has been proven to remove or significantly reduce PFAS contamination in water.
At Palmer Plumbing, we understand the importance of safe and clean water for you and your family.
With years of plumbing expertise, we specialize in installing advanced water filtration systems to eliminate forever chemicals and other impurities from your water supply. After installation, we provide maintenance and support to ensure your water filtration system continues to perform optimally.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is increasing our understanding of the health risks of PFAS.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is increasing our understanding of the health risks of PFAS.
final-virtual-pfas-explainer-508.pdfRead more about the EPA's drinking water standards here.
Superfund Sites
Superfund Sites
National Priority List Superfund Sites
National Priority List Superfund Sites
NPL Superfund Site Boundaries (EPA Public)
This EPA content item depicts U.S. EPA superfund site boundaries intended for public use.
Embedded in this webpage 4/2/2025Item created: Feb 4, 2021 Item updated: Feb 29, 2024Eastern Hudson Valley, NY
Eastern Hudson Valley, NY
Lower Hudson Valley, NY & Western CT Superfund Sites
Lower Hudson Valley, NY & Western CT Superfund Sites
Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) Where You Live Map. United States Environmental Protection Agency. View Cleanups In My Community Map.
Data pulled 4/2/2025
Croton River Watershed
Croton River Watershed
The Croton Watershed is the southernmost part of New York City's water supply system, serving as both a critical water source and an organized infrastructure network. Covering extensive areas of Putnam and Westchester counties in southeastern New York State, it manages the flow and distribution of water from seven rivers, twelve reservoirs, and three controlled lakes within the Croton River watershed.
South Carolina & the Lowcountry
South Carolina & the Lowcountry
South Carolina Superfund Sites
South Carolina Superfund Sites
Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) Where You Live Map. United States Environmental Protection Agency. View Cleanups In My Community Map.
Data pulled 4/2/2025
Rivers
Watersheds
Do I have Lead in my home?
Do I have Lead in my home?
Charleston Water System has some great resources that you may find helpful. Their Lead Information Page and CWS Lead Service Line Inventory map, are one of the best lead resources I have come across. In the early 1990s (2023 Report below), Charleston had extremely high lead levels in the water. See page 16/19 (page 28 & 29).
2023 WQ_202405310819191656.pdfPage updated
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