Avila Beach Water Quality
Latest water quality information for Avila Beach, California
Last update on March 2025
Unsafe water with serious health risks.
Exceeds 1 EPA limits and 6 recommended standards.
Contaminants exceeding EPA limits
What it means: This refers to substances in the water that are found at levels higher than what the EPA allows. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) is a U.S. government agency that sets legal limits for harmful contaminants to protect public health. Exceeding these limits means the water may pose health risks based on federal safety standards.
Turbidity
3.10 NTUPotential Health Effects
Infection risk
Contaminants exceeding recommended standards
What it means: This refers to substances in the water that are above health-based guidelines set by organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These standards, while not always legally enforceable, are based on scientific research to protect health. Exceeding them may indicate potential health concerns.
Bromodichloromethane
12.70 ppbPotential Health Effects
Cancer
Bromoform
4.30 ppbPotential Health Effects
Cancer
Chloroform
10.20 ppbPotential Health Effects
Cancer
Dibromochloromethane
11.70 ppbPotential Health Effects
Cancer
Total Thms
33 ppbPotential Health Effects
Cancer
Other Detected Contaminants
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color | 12.50 CU | 15 CU | 15 CU | Within limits |
| Iron | 102 ppb | 300 ppb | 300 ppb | Within limits |
| Manganese | 33.20 ppb | 50 ppb | 50 ppb | Within limits |
| Ph Level | 7.90 pH units | 8.50 pH units | 8.50 pH units | Within limits |
| No additional contaminants detected. | ||||
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