2007

The source of the Richardson water supply is one well located off Richardson Road in Derry, NH.  The well is located 20 feet north of the pump house.  The water does not require treatment.
RICHARDSON
EPA # 0612130
Inorganic Contaminants Units MCLG MCL Level Detected Range Year Violation Yes/No Typical Source of Contaminant
Fluoride ppm 4 4 0.39 n/a 2006 NO Erosion of natural deposits
Radiological Contaminants Units MCLG MCL Highest Level Detected Range Year Violation Yes/No Typical Source of Contaminant
Gross Alpha (Compliance) pCi/L 0 15 8.4 nd to 8.4 2005 NO Erosion of natural deposits
Combined Radium pCi/L 0 5 2.5 0.9 to 2.5 2005 NO Erosion of natural deposits
Uranium ppb 0 30 5.1 1.0 to 5.1 2005 NO Erosion of natural deposits
Radon pCi/L Not Regulated 1,760 n/a 2003 n/a Erosion of natural deposits
Radon is a radioactive gas that you can't see, taste or smell.  It can move up through the ground and into a home through cracks and holes in the foundation.  Radon can also get into indoor air when released from tap water from showering, washing dishes, and other household activities.  It is a known human carcinogen.  Breathing radon can lead to lung cancer.  Drinking water containing radon may cause an increased risk of stomach cancer.  Presently EPA is reviewing a standard for radon in water.
Inorganic Contaminants Units MCLG AL 90th percentile sample value                      # sites above AL Year Violation Yes/No Typical Source of Contaminant
Copper ppm 1.3 1.3 0.15 0 of 5 2006 NO Corrosion of household plumbing system
Source Assessment Information
  Summary of Susceptibility Factors
Source Name Date Low Med High
Bedrock Well 1 11/3/00 10 2 0
The complete Assessment Report is available for inspection.  For more information call Gary Tetley or visit NH DES's Drinking Water Source Assessment Program web site at www.des.state.nh.us/dwspp