2023 Consumer Confidence Report, Solmar Water System ID# 81315J, Clallam County
We want to keep you informed of the continued water quality, safety and dependable supply of the Solmar Water System. There were no water quality maximum contaminant level violations for primary contaminants. Source SO4 is an approved groundwater well and source SO5 is an unapproved groundwater well. SO5 does have a secondary, aesthetic, maximum contaminant level violation for manganese at 0.08 ppm (part per million). The US EPA health hazard contaminant level for manganese is above 0.3 ppm. An aesthetic color problem of black or dark brown water is often caused by manganese in the water or pipe sediment. If the water doesn’t clear after a few minutes of flushing all your cold-water faucets and toilets, wait about an hour and try again. If it still isn’t clear, contact your water utility.
How can customers obtain more information about our system? Solmar Water System is a privately owned and operated water system to serve the Solmar Community and surrounding area. Your certified operator is Kate O’Claire. Our office is located at 97 Sunnybrook Lane. Email: solmarwater@gmail.com. Office phone #: 360-683-7191. Emergency phone #: 360-477-6648. Webpage: solmarwater.com. We work in the field and office to maintain high water quality and serve our customers. If you need to meet in person, please call to make an appointment.
Where does my water come from and is it treated? The water sources are groundwater wells in the Solmar. Activity is restricted within this area to minimize contamination of the wells. The system is chlorinated with sodium hypochlorite to kill or inactivate harmful organisms that cause various diseases. The chlorine residual is tested daily throughout the year.
Definitions:
MCL (Maximum Contaminant Level): The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
MCLG (Maximum Contaminant Level Goal): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
AL (Action Level): The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a water system must follow.
TT (Treatment Technique): A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
MRDL (Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
MRDLG (Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal): The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.
How can I remove chlorine from my water? Filtering or vitamin C.
Home Filtration? Some contaminants may make water smell, taste or appear unpleasant but are not harmful to health.
If you are considering point-of-use or point-of-entry (home) filtration to mitigate aesthetic issues, you may find the EPAs Water Health Series Filtration Facts helpful. It is available online at http://www.epa.gov/your-drinking-water/home-drinking-water-filtration-fact-sheet . Point-of-use or point-of-entry filtration can’t be used to meet a water system’s drinking water standards. Home filtration devices can’t be provided by or maintained by the water system.
Copper Information: Copper in drinking water comes primarily from corrosion of household plumbing, faucets, and water fixtures. Water absorbs copper as it leaches from plumbing materials such as pipes, fittings, and brass faucets. The amount of copper in your water depends on the types and amounts of minerals in the water, how long water stays in the pipes, the water temperature and acidity. A small amount of copper is essential for good health. The Food and Drug Administration recommends a dietary allowance of 2 milligrams (mg) of copper a day. Major food sources of copper are shellfish, nuts, grains, leafy vegetables, mushrooms, chocolate, liver, and some fruits. Exposure to high doses of copper can cause health problems.
How to reduce exposure to lead and copper? To help reduce potential exposure of lead and copper from any drinking water tap that has not been used for 6 hours or more, flush water through the tap until the water is noticeably colder, or 1 minute, before using for dinking or cooking. Note: Flushed water can be used for watering plants, washing dishes, or general cleaning. Only use water from the cold-water tap for drinking, cooking and especially for making baby formula.
General information required by the DOH to be included in all Annual Water Quality Reports.
Why are there contaminants in drinking water? Drinking water, including bottled water may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
Do you need to take special precautions? Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (1-800-426-4791).
What contaminants may a person reasonably expect to find in drinking water, including bottled water, and the sources of contamination?
- Microbial contaminants, such as viruses, parasites, and bacteria that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, or wildlife.
- Inorganic Contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can occur naturally or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, and farming.
- Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from various sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses.
- Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum productions. They can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems.
- Radioactive contaminants, which can occur naturally or result from oil and gas production and mining activities.
Who regulates water safety? Department of Health and EPA prescribe regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA and the Washington Department of Agriculture regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that must provide the same protection for public health.
Why does the State allow monitoring waivers? The Washington State Department of Health reduced the monitoring requirements for Asbestos, Dioxin, Endothall, EDB and other soil fumigants, Glyphosphate, and Diquat because the sources are not at risk of contamination. The last sample collected for these contaminants were found to meet all applicable standards.
Source Water Assignment Program (SWAP) Data: Available at http://ehapps/maps/SWAP/index.html
For more information contact your operator or: http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/DrinkingWater