DRINKING WATER NOTICE
Proctorville Water Has Levels of
Manganese Above Drinking Water Standards
DO NOT GIVE THE WATER TO INFANTS UNDER 6 MONTHS OLD OR USE TO MAKE INFANT FORMULA OR JUICE
Our water system has exceeded the secondary maximum contaminant level (SMCL) for manganese and has recently 08/23/19 exceeded the USEPA 10-Day Health Advisory for infants under 6 months AND lifetime Health Advisory for all individuals for manganese. The sample(s) collected on 08/23/19 show manganese levels at 737 mg/L.
- The secondary MCL for manganese is 0.05 mg/L
- Ten Day HAL for children under 6 months (consuming the water regularly for 10 days) AND Lifetime HAL (individuals over 6 months consuming the water regularly for a lifetime): 0.3 mg/L.
What should I do?
FOR INFANTS less than 6 MONTHS, use an alternate (e.g. bottled) water supply for
any consumption, including preparation of formula. FOR ALL OTHER INDIVIDUALS no immediate action is necessary; the Village is taking steps to correct the problem quickly.
Manganese (Mn) is an essential element for humans, animals, and plants and is required for growth, development, and maintenance of health. While low levels of manganese in the diet are important for good health, studies have indicated that long term oral exposures of the chemical above the 0.03 mg/L HAL may lead to adverse nuerological, or reproductive effects. Several studies have indicated an association between elevated levels of manganese and behavior and neurological effects in children. Therefore, as a precaution, it is prudent to limit manganese levels in drinking water in order to protect sensitive populations (infants and children). The secondary MCL (0.05 mg/L) for manganese is set for aesthetic purposes, as the water could appear black or brown in color. Items that come in contact with the water could be stained black, and the water could have a bitter metallic taste.
(Manganese in Drinking Water, WHO Guidelines for drinking water quality; USEPA, Drinking Water Health Advisory for Manganese, 2004; USEPA, Health Effects Support Document for Manganese, 2003)
If you have specific health concerns, consult your doctor.
What is being done?
Proctorville Water is taking the necessary steps to correct the problem as soon as possible.
For more information, please contact Proctorville Water at (740) 886-6691 or 409 Elizabeth Street.
Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.
Families with infants under 6 months old or who are using water for infant formula may obtain drinking water at the Hecla Water Treatment Plant located at 13170 State Route 7, just south of Athalia. You must bring your own container for water. When arriving at the plant you must ring the doorbell for service.
PWSID#: oh4400912 Date distributed: 08/23/19
Tier 1: HAL Notice (Manganese)