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City Manager Report
June 21, 2000
Additional JTA Retention Pond Proposed off Mayport Road: The JTA has provided the
attached drawing of the location of an additional retention pond proposed for construction
adjacent to Mayport Road in the Atlantic Beach City limits. The pond would be located directly
to the South of the new Best Western Hotel currently under construction. This pond is a
"tradeofr' with the Water Management District. The TI'A indicated it would be impractical to
collect and retain the water from the new Wonderwood Bridge so the JTA agreed instead to
collect storm water from a portion of Mayport Road for treatment in this new pond. The JTA will
send more complete plans when available and has indicated a willingness to consider any
suggestions for landscaping or other improvements that would be made by the City.
Water Quality Report Sent to Atlantic Beach Customers: Attached for your information are
copies of reports that will be sent to City water customers in both the Atlantic Beach and
Buccaneer areas. Also, attached is a "City of Atlantic Beach 1999 Water Quality Report
Executive Summary" dated June 14, 2000 prepared by Donna Kluzniak which provides some
additional information about the report.
Tree Give Awav: City meter readers will distribute "door hangers" announcing a Tree Give
Away in the Royal Palms area. The information will be distributed approximately to 630 homes
and the City will provide sycamores and live oaks to enhance this area which was largely clear cut
by developers several years ago. A copy of the door hanger is also attached for your information.
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CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
1999 WATER QUALITY REPORT
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
June 14, 2000
The 1999 Water Quality Report is required. by the U. S: Environmental Protection. Agency (EPA)
and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and provides information on the
quality of drinking water and services delivered to City of Atlantic Beach customers, including
those outside the corporate limits of Atlantic Beach. The EPA requires monitoring for over 80
drinking water contaminants, and results of this monitoring are included in the report.
Atlantic Beach Utility District:
Out of over 80 contaminants monitored, only 16 were detected in the Atlantic Beach water
samples. None of the detected values for inorganic, radiological, or unregulated contaminants,
thihalomethanes, lead, or copper exceeded regulatory requirements.
In October, 1999, total coliforms were found in more samples than allowed. Because it is
extremely easy to contaminate the samples during sample collection and laboratory analysis,
thereby creating a false "positive" result, the Health Department allows permittees to conduct
additional-testing within 48 hours to show there is no contamination. The contract laboratory
did not notify the City about positive results until after the 48 hour time limit, so we were unable
to confirm no contamination and were, therefore, in violation of the regulatory requirement.
Because there was an adequate chlorine residual in the system, and subsequent sampling showed
no coliforms, contamination of the samples during sample collection and analysis is suspected.
We have since changed contract laboratories.
Trihalomethane monitoring samples for the third quarter of 1999 were taken 10 days too early.
Plant personnel were trying to be efficient and collect the samples as early as possible,
mistakenly believing the contract laboratory report date represented the reporting quarter.
Contract laboratory reports are typically completed 2-3 weeks after sampling. The Health
Department uses the sampling_date, not the laboratory report date, to determine which quarter
the test results represent. Although samples for trihalomethane analysis were taken four times
in 1999, the City did not sample during the monitoring period of 7/1/99 to 9/30/99. Our
sampling schedule has been revised to ensure samples are collected within the proper time
frame. The City has never exceeded the regulatory limit for trihalomethanes in our drinking
water.
Buccaneer Utility District-
Out of over 80 contaminants monitored, only 11 were detected in the Buccaneer Utility
District's water samples, none of which exceeded regulatory requirements.
WATER QUALITY DATA
In the table you will find many terms and abbreviations you might not be familiar with. To help you better
understand these terms, we've provided the following definitions:
Action Level (AL) -The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other.
requirements which a water system must follow.
Maiamum Contaminant Level(MCL) -The "Maximum Allowed" (MCL) is the highest level of a contaminant
that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasmble using the best available treatment
technology.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) -The "Goal" ('MCLG) is 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.
Non-Detects (ND) -means not detected and indicates that the substance was not found by laboratory analysis.
Not Applicable(NIA) - The information does not apply in this category or for this contaminant.
Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per Gter (uglL) --one part by weight of analyte to one billion parts by
weight of the water sample.
Parts per million (ppm} or Milligrams per liter (mglL,) -- one part by weight of analyte to one million parts by
weight of the water sample.
Picocuries per liter (pCifl} -measure of the radioactivity in water.
Treatment Technique (TT) - a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Unregulated Contaminants - are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. The purpose
of unregulated contaminant monitoring is to assist EPA in determining the occurrences of unregulated contaminants
in drinking water and whether future regulation is warranted.
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS: (Results in the Highest Level Detected column are the highest detected level at any sampling point)
Substance - Sample Maximum Goal Highest Range of Typical Source otConstituent MCL
Units Date Level (MCLG) Level Results Violation
Allowed Detected (Y!N)
(MCL)
Antimony - 4199 6 6 1.6 ND -1.6 Discharge from petroleum N
ppb refineries; fire retardants;
ceramics; electronics; solder
Barium - 4199 2 2 0.032 0.027 -0.032 Erosion of natural deposits N
ppm
Fluoride • 4/99 4 4 0.76 0.0757.0.76 Erosion of natural deposits N
PPm
Mercury - 4199 2 2 0.2 0.1- 0.2 Erosion of natural deposits N
ppb
Nickel -ppb 4199 100 N/A 44 ND - 44 Pollution from electroplating N
operations
Nitrate - 4199 10 10 0.223 0.187-0.223 Runoff from fertilizer use N
PPm
Sodium - 4199 160 N!A 12.3 11.8 -12.3 Salt water intmsion, leaching N
ppm from soil
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-
occurringminerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence
of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that nmay be present in source water include:
(A) Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria; which may come from sewage treatment plants or septic
systems. While the City's wastewater treatment plant meets strict effluent limitations and does not discharge to the
groundwater, private septic systems are not monitored, and may discharge to the groundwater.
(B) Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring from erosion of deposits
within the aquifer.
(C) Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as residential uses, and can be
minimized oreliminated bycross-connection control.
(D) Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of
industrial processes, and can also come from leaking underground fuel tanks at gas stations, and septic systems.
(E}Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally present in the aquifer.
RADIOLOC[CAL CONTAMINANTS: (Results in the Highest Level Detected column are the highest detected level at any sampling
point)
Gross Alpha 4199 l5 0 1.6 1.6.1.6 Erosion of natural deposits N
- pCill
TRIHALOMETHANES: (The result in the Highest Level Detected rolumn is the highest of the quarterly mooing annual averages of
results from all sampling sites)
*Total 1999 100 0 34 23 - 40 By-product of drinking water N
Trihalo- chlorination
urethanes-
PPb
LEAD AND COPPER HOME TAP SAMPLWG:
Copper (tap ' ''T999 AL=1.3 1.3 90'" 0 of 40 homes Corrosion of household N
water) -ppm percentile exceeded the plumbing systems; erosion of
results = AL natural deposits; leaching from
0.04 wood preservatives
Lead (tap 1499 AL=15 0 90'" 0 of 40 homes Corrosion of household N
water) -ppm percentil: exceeded the plumbing systems; erosion of
results = AL natural deposits
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We are very pleased to provide you with this year's
Annual Water Quality Report. We want to keep
you informed about the excellent water and services
we have delivered to you over the past year. Our
goal is, and always has been, to provide to you a
safe and dependable supply of drinking water.
Our water source is the Floridan Aquifer, which is
similar to a large underground river. Groundwater
is pumped from four wells that are approximately
700 to 1000 feet deep, located at 902 Assisi Lane
and 2848 Mayport Road. This water is treated and
disinfected at the two Buccaneer District Water
Treatment Plants. Trained, state certified plant
operators ensure proper treatment of the average
1.1 million gallons per day of water provided to our
customers. We are pleased to report that our
drinking water meets all Federal and State
requirements.
If you have any questions about this report or
concerning your water utility, please contact Mr.
Hang McNally, Division Director at 904-247-5838.
We want our valued customers to be informed
about their water utility.
The City of Atlantic Beach's legislative body is the
Atlantic Beach City Commission, which holds
hearings on budget, approves contracts, and
considers ordinances which create or amend local
laws. Some of these matters affect the operation of
the Water Division. If you want to become
informed about upcoming water-related projects or
programs, please attend any of our City
Commission meetings which are scheduled on the
2"d and 4'" Monday of every month at 7:15 p.m. at
City Hall, 800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach,
Florida 32233, or call our Director of Public
Works, Mr. Robert S. Kosoy, P.E. at 904-247-5834.
The City of Atlantic Beach routinely monitors for
contaminants in your drinking water according to
Federal. and State laws. The table in this report
shows the results of our monitoring for the period
of January 1 to December 31,1999.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescnbes
regulations -which limit the amount of certain
contaminants in water provided by public water
systems. The Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants
in bottled water which must provide the same
protection for public health.
All 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 the
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 at 1-800-42b-4791.
The EPA requires monitoring of over 80 drinking
water contaminants. Those contaminants listed in
the table are the only ones detected in your drinking
water,
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 HIVIAIDS 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: EPAlCDC guidelines on appropriate
means to lessen the risk of infection by
cryptosporidium and other microbiological
contaminants are available from EPA's Safe
Drinking Water Hotline at 800-426-0791.
Thank you for allowing us to continue providing
your family with clean, quality water this year, In
order to maintain a safe and dependable water
supply we sometimes need to make improvements
that will benefit all our customers. For instance, in
1999 we began construction of the 1999 Water
System Improvements Project, to replace old 2-inch
water lines with new b-inch and larger water lines.
We continue to maintain the lowest water rates in
the County and will continue to provide the highest
quality water supply possible.
We at the City of Atlantic Beach work around the
clock to provide top quality water to every tap. We
ask that all our customers help us protect our water
sources.
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In the table you will find many terms and abbreviations you might not be familiar with. To help you better
understand these terms, we have provided the following definitions:
Action Level (AL) -The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other
requirements which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) -The "Maximum Allowed" (MCL) is 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.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) -The "Goal" (MCLG) is 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.
Non-Detects (ND) -means not detected and indicates that the substance was not found by laboratory analysis.
Not Applicable (NIA) -The information does not apply in this category or for this contaminant.
Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/L) -- one part by weight of analyte to one billion parts by
weight of the water sample.
Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/i,) --one part by weight of analyte to one million parts
by weight of the water sample.
Picocuries per liter (pCid) -- measure of the radioactivity in water.
Treatment Technique (TT) -- a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking
water.
Unregulated Contaminants - are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. The
purpose of unregulated contaminant monitoring is to assist EPA in determining the occurrences of unregulated
contaminants in drinking water and whether future regulation is warranted.
The sources. of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water} include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally=
occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pickup substances resulting from the
presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
(A) Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants or
septic systems. While the City's wastewater treatment plant meets strict effluent limitations and does not
discharge to the groundwater, private septic systems are not monitored, and may discharge to the groundwater.
(B}Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring from erasion of deposits
within the aquifer.
(C) Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as residential uses, and can be
minimized oreliminated bycross-commection control.
(D) Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products
of industrial processes, and can also come from leaking underground fuel tanks at gas stations, and septic
systems.
(E) .Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally present in the aquifer.
*Microbiological Contaminants - Colifotms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are
used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more
samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems. The Total Coliform Rule requires water
systems to meet a stricter limit for coliform bacteria. These bacteria are usually harmless, but their presence in
water can be anindication ofdisease-causing bacteria. When coliform bacteria are found, special follow-up
tests are done to detemmine if harmful bacteria are present in the water supply. Additional samples were
collected following the positive sample results, The results of these and samples collected since that time have
been satisfactory. We are continuing to closely monitor our routine sample results and disinfection residuals in
our distribution system.
WATER QUALITY DATA
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS: (Results in the Highest Level Detected column are the hiehest detected level at anv ~aR,~,r„o ~~;~~~
Substance-
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Antimony-ppb 1199 6 6 1.6 ND-1.6 Discharge from petroleum refineries;
fire retardants; ceramics; electronics;
solder N
Barium -ppm 1199 2 2 0.029 ND - 0.029 Erosion of natural deposits N
Beryllium -ppb 1199 4 4 2 ND - 2 Discharge from metal refineries N
Chromium -ppb 1199 100 100 23 ND - 23 Erosion of natural deposits N
Fluoride -ppm 1199 4 4 1.0 ND • 1.0 Erosion of natural deposits N
Nickel -ppb 1199 100 NIA 36 ND - 36 Pollution from electroplating operations N
Nitrate -ppm 1199 10 10 0.03. ND - 0.03 Runoff from fertilizer use N
Selenium -ppb 1199 50 50 4 1,6.4 Erosion of natural deposits N
Sodium -ppm 1199 I60 N/A 47.6 10.8.47.6 Saltwater intrusion, leaching from soil N
Thallium-ppm 1/99 2 0.5 1 ND-1 Leaching from ore-processing sites N
tuwmum,ut:reAL w1r t amrtvrurr 5: (xesmts m the Hrghest Level Detected column are the highest detected level at any sampling
Gross Alpha - 12/99 115 I 0 11.3 (0.3-1.3 I Erasion of natural deposits I N ~
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UNREGULATED CONTAMWANTS: The result in the Hi hest Level Detected colurrrn is the hi hest avers a at an sa lin oint
Chloroform -ppb 3/99 NlA NlA 0.31 ND - .74 N
TRIHALOMETHANES: (The result rn the Htghest Level Detected colurrm is the highest of the quarterly running annual averages of
results from all sampling sites)
*Total 1999 100 0 41 13 - 92 By-product of drinking water N^
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halomethanes- chlorination
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LEAD AA'D COPPER HOME TAP SAMPLING:
Copper (tap 1999 AL=1.3 1.3 90'" 0 of 60 Corrosion of household plumbing N i
water) -ppm percentile homes systems; erosion of natural deposits;
result = exceeded leaching from wood preservatives
0.09 the AL
Lead (tap water) • 1999 AL=I S 0 90"' ~ 0 of 60 Corrosion of household plumbing N
ppb percentile homes systems; erosion of natural deposits
result = 3 exceeded
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*MICROBIOLOGICALCONTAMWANTS: (The result in the Highest Level Detected column is the highest monthly number of positive
Total Coliform 11999 I l I O I S I ND - 5 I Naturally present in the environment I Y
Bacteria
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We aze very pleased to provide you with this year's ~ -
Annual Water Quality Report. We want. to keep
you informed about the excellent water and services
we have delivered to you over the past yeaz. Our
goal is, and always has been, to provide to you a
safe and dependable supply of drinking water. This
report shows our water quality results. and what
they mean.
Our water source is the Floridan Aquifer, which is
similar to a lazge underground river. Groundwater
is pumped from four wells that are approximately
700 to 1000 feet deep, located at 469 11~' Street,
1100 Sandpiper Lane, and 2301 Mayport Rd. This
water is treated and disinfected at the two Atlantic
Beach Water Treatment Plants. Trained, state
certified plant operators ensure proper treatment of
the average two million gallons per day of water
provided to our customers.
If you have any questions about this report or
concerning your water utility, please contact Mr.
Tim Townsend, Division Director at 904-247-5842.
We want our valued customers to be informed
about their water utility.
The City of Atlantic Beach's legislative body is the
Atlantic Beach City Corrunission, which holds
hearings on budget, approves contracts, and
considers ordinances which create or amend local
laws. Some of these matters affect the operation of
the Water Division. If you .want to become
informed about upcoming water-related projects or
programs, please attend any of our City
Commission meetings which are scheduled on the
2°d and 4'~ Monday of every month at 7:15 p.m. at
City Ha1I, 800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach,
Florida 32233, or call our Director of Public
Works, Mr. Robert S. Kosoy, P.E. at 904-247-5834.
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The City of Atlantic Beach routinely monitors for.
contaminants in your drinking water according to
Federal and State laws.-This xeport is based on the
results of our monitoring for the period of January
1, 1999 to December 31, 1999.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescnbes
regulations which limit the amount of certain
contaminants in water provided by public water
systems. The Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants
in bottled water which must provide the same
protection for public health.
All 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 the
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 at 1-800-426-4791.
The EPA requires monitoring of over 80 drinking
water contaminants. Those contaminants Iisted in
the table are the only ones detected in your drinking
water.
Our monitoring samples for Trihalomethanes for
the third quarter of 1999 were taken 10 days too
early. The monitoring period was 7/1/99 to
9/30/99, and samples were collected at the end of
June. Therefore, any health effects during the third
quarter of 1999 are unknown.
Some people may be more vulnerable to
contaminants in drinking tivater than the general
population. Immuno-compromised persons such
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and infants can be particularly at risk from
infections. These people should seek advice
about drinking water from their health care
providers. EPA,lCDC guidelines on appropriate
- means to lessen the risk of infection by
cryptosporidium and other microbiological
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Drinking Water Hotline at 800-426-4791.
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your family with clean, quality water this yeaz. In
order to maintain a safe and dependable water
supply we sometimes need to make improvements
that will benefit all our customers. For instance, in
1999 we installed a new 6-inch water main on '
Ardella Road, and began construction of the 1999
Water System Improvements Project which
replaced old 2-inch and 4-inch water mains with
new 6-inch and larger water mains. We continue to
maintain the lowest water rates in the County and
will continue to provide the highest quality water
supply possible.
We at the City of Atlantic Beach work around the
clock to provide top quality water to every tap. We
ask that all our customers help us protect our water
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In the table you will find many terms and abbreviations you might not be familiar with. To help y'ou better
understand these terms, we have provided the following definitions:
Action Level (AL) -The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other
requirements which a water system must follow. .
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) -The "Maximum Allowed" (MCL) is 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.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) -The "Goal" (MCLG) is 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.
- Non-Detects (ND) -means not detected and indicates that the substance was not found by laboratory analysis.
. Not Applicable (NJA) -The information does not apply in this category or for this contaminant.
Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per Iiter (ug/L) -- one part by weight of analyte to one billion parts by
weight of the water sample.
Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per Iiter (mg/i,) -- one part by weight of analyte to one million parts
by weight of the water sample.
Picocuries per Iiter (pCi/I) -- measure of the radioactivity in water.
Treatment Technique (TT) -- a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking
water.
Unregulated Contaminants -are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. The
purpose of unregulated contaminant monitoring is to assist EPA in determ;n;ng the occurrences of unregulated
contaminants in drinking water and whether future regulation is warranted.
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-
. occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the
presence of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
(A) Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants or
septic systems. While the City's wastewater treatment plant meets strict effluent limitations and does not
discharge to the groundwater, private septic systems are not monitored, and may discharge to the groundwater.
(B) Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring from erosion of deposits
within the aquifer.
(C) Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as residential uses, and can be
rn;nimi~ed or eliminated by cross-connection control.
(D) Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products
of industrial processes, and can also come from leaking underground fuel tanks at gas stations, and septic
systems.
(E) Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally present in the aquifer.
*Microbiological Contaminants - Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are
used as an indicator that other, potentially harmful bacteria maybe present. Coliforms were found in more
samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems. The Total Coliform Rule requires water
systems to meet a stricter limit for colifomz bacteria. These bacteria are usually harmless, but their presence in
water can be an indication ofdisease-causing bacteria. When coliform bacteria are found, special follow-up
tests are done. to detemune if harmful bacteria are present in the water supply. Additional samples were
collected following the positive sample results. The results of these and samples collected since that time have
been satisfactory. We are continuing to closely monitor our routine sample results and disinfection residuals in
our distribution system.
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WATER QUALITY DATA
INC1R(:ANiC CCINTA111iNAtiTS: (Results in the Highest Level Detected column are the hiohect AetecteA level at mnv ~~.,,..ti~R ....:..1~
Substance -
Units Sample
Date Maximum
Level
Allowed
(MCL) Goal
(MCLG) Highest
Level
Detected Range of
Results T?•pical Source of Constituent MCL
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Antimony -ppb 1/99 6 6 1.6 ND - 1.6 Discharge from petroleum refineries;
fire retardants; ceramics; electronics;
solder N .
Barium-ppm 1/99 2 2 0.029 ND-0.029 Erosionofnaturaldeposits N
Beryllium -ppb 1/99 4 4 2 ND - 2 Discharge from meta] refineries N
Chromium -ppb 1/99 100 100 23 ND - 23 Erosion of natural deposits N
Fluoride -ppm 1/99 4 4 1.0 ND - 1.0 Erosion of natural deposits N
Nickel -ppb 1/99 100 N/A 36 ND - 36 Pollution from electroplating operations N
Nitrate -ppm 1/99 10 10 0.03 ND - 0.03 Runoff from fertilizer use N
Selenium -ppb 1/99 50 50 4 1.6 - 4 Erosion of natural deposits N
Sodium -ppm 1199 160 N/A 47.6 10.8 - 47.6 Salt water intrusion, leaching from soil N
Thallium -ppm 1/99 2 0.5 1 ND - 1 Leaching from ore-processing sites N
av~uava,vva~,ru, w,. ara,.au.~..o: tn~~u/r, lu 111G az,gllcs~ a,crc, Lececcea column are the mgnest aetectea level at any sampling
oint
Gross Alpha - 2/99 I S 0 1.3 0.3-1.3 Erosion of natural deposiu N
pCi/l
UNREGULATED CONTAML\ANTS: a result in the Hi hest Level Detecied column is the hi hest avers eat an sa lin oint)
Chloroform -ppb 3/99 N/A N/A 0.37 ND - .74 N
TRIHALOMETHAi1'ES: ("Ihe result in the Highest Level Detected column is the highest of the quarterly running annual averages of
rPCnlfc frnm X11 c~mnline cifecl
*Total 1999 100 0 41 13 - 92 By-product of drinking water N
Trihalomethanes- chlorination
PPb
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Copper (tap 1999 AL=1.3 1.3 90`s 0 of 60 Corrosion of household plumbing N
water) -ppm percentile homes systems; erosion of natural deposits;
result = exceeded leaching from woad preservatives
0.09 the AL
Lead (tap water} - 1999 AL=15 0 90° 0 of 60 Corrosion of household plumbing N
ppb percentile homes systems; erosion of natural deposits
result = 3 exceeded
the AL
-,ru~.nvasava.v~a~.f+a, w,. a rv,raal.EU., ~: t.,,c Icsun m me nignest >_.evel uetectea colurTlrl 15 the highest monthly number oT pos9tive
sam les
Total Coliform 1999 I 0 5 ND - 5 Naturally present in the environment Y
Bacteria
We are very pleased to provide you with this year's
Annual Water Quality Report. We want to keep
you informed about the excellent water and services
we have delivered to you over the past year. Our
goal is, and always has been, to provide to you a
safe and dependable supply of drinking water.
Our water source is the Floridan Aquifer, which is
similar to a large underground river. Groundwater
is pumped from four wells that are approximately
700 to 1000 feet deep, located at 902 Assisi Lane
and 2848 Mayport Road. This water is treated and
disinfected at the two Buccaneer District Water
Treatment Plants. Trained, state certified plant
operators ensure proper treatment of the average
1.1 million gallons per day of water provided to our
customers. We are pleased to report that our
drinking water meets all Federal and State
requirements.
If you have any questions about this report or
concerning your water utility, please contact Mr.
Harry McNally, Division Director at 904-247-5838.
We want our valued customers to be informed
about their water utility.
The City of Atlantic Beach's legislative body is the
Atlantic Beach City Commission, which holds
hearings on budget, approves contracts, and
considers ordinances which create or amend local
laws. Some of these matters affect the operation of
the Water Division. If you want to become
informed about upcoming water-related projects or
programs, please attend any of our City
Commission meetings which are scheduled on the
2"d and 4~' Monday of every month at 7:15 p.m. at
City HaII, 800 Seminole Road, Atlantic Beach,
Florida 32233, or call our Director of Public
Works, Mr. Robert S. Kosoy, P.E. at 904-247-5834.
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June 26 2000
The City of Atlantic Beach routinely monitors for
contaminants in your drinking water according to
Federal and State laws. The table in this report
shows the results of our monitoring for the period
of January 1 to December 31, 1999.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prescribes
regulations which limit the amount of certain
contaminants in water provided by public water
systems. The Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants
in bottled water which must provide the same
protection for public health.
All 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 the
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 at 1-800-426-4791.
The EPA requires monitoring of over 80 drinking
water contaminants. Those contaminants listed in
the table are the only ones detected in your drinking
water.
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
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Thank you for allowing us to continue providing
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order to maintain a safe and dependable water
supply we sometimes need to make improvements
that will benefit all our customers. For instance, in
1999 we began construction of the 1999 Water -..
System Improvements Project, to replace old 2-inch ~
water lines with new 6-inch and larger water lines.
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the County and will continue to provide the highest ~
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WATER QUALITY DATA
INORGANIC CONTAMINANTS: (Results in the Highest I:evel Detecter rnlnrnn ~rP r},e t,,,i,>~~,i...e,.,va ie..oi .,............,..r..,...:,:_.~
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(MCL)
Antimony - 4/99 6 6 1.6 ND - 1.6 Discharge from petroleum N
ppb refineries; fire retardants;
ceramics; electronics; solder
Barium - 4/99 2 2 0.032 0.027 -0.032 Erosion of natural deposits N
ppm
Fluoride - 4/99 4 4 0.76 0.0757-0.76 Erosion of natural deposits N
ppm
Mercury - 4/99 2 2 0.2 0.1 - 0.2 Erosion of natural deposits N
ppb
Nickel -ppb 4199 100 N/A 44 ND - 44 Pollution from electroplating N
operations
Nitrate - 4/99 10 10 0.223 0.187-0.223 Runoff from fertilizer use N
ppm
Sodium - 4/99 160 N/A 12.3 11.8 - 12.3 Salt water intrusion, leaching N
ppm
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Gross Alpha 4/99 1 S 0 1.6 1.6 - 1.6 Erosion of natural deposits N
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TRIHALOMETHANES: ('The result in the Highest Level Detected co]umn is the highest of the quarterly running annual averages of
results from all samotin¢ sited
"Total 1999 100 0 34 23 - 40 By-product of drinking water N
Trihalo- chlorination
urethanes-
ppb
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Copper (tap 1999 AL=1.3 1.3 90's 0 of 40 homes Corrosion of household N
water) -ppm percentile exceeded the plumbing systems; erosion of
results = AL natural deposits; leaching from
0.04 wood preservatives
Lead (tap 1999 AL=1S 0 90'" 0 of 40 homes Corrosion of household N
water) -ppm percentile exceeded the plumbing systems; erosion of
results = AL natural deposits
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In the table you will find many terms and abbreviations you might not be familiar with. To help you better
understand these terms, we've provided the following defmitions:
Action Level (AL) -The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other
requirements which a water system must follow.
Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) -The "Maximum Allowed" (MCL) is the highest level ofa contaminant
that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs aze set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment
technology.
Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG) -The "Goal" (MCLG) is the level of a contaminant in drinking
water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a mazgin of safety.
Non-Detects (ND) -means not detected and indicates that the substance was not found by laboratory analysis.
Not Applicable (NIA) -The information does not apply in this category or for this contaminant.
. Parts per billion (ppb) or Micrograms per liter (ug/L) -- one part by weight of analyte to one billion parts by
weight of the water sample.
Parts per million (ppm) or Milligrams per liter (mg/L) -- one part by weight of analyte to one million parts by
weight of the water sample.
Picocuries per Iter (pCi/l) -- measure of the radioactivity in water.
"*, Treatment Technique ~ -- a required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
Unregulated Contaminants -are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. The purpose
of unregulated contaminant monitoring is to assist EPA in determ;ning the occurrences of unregulated contaminants
in drinking water and whether future regulation is warranted.
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water} include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturahy-
occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pickup substances resulting from the presence
of animals or from human activity. Contaminants that maybe present in source water include:
(A) Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants or septic
systems. While the City's wastewater treatmentplant meets strict effluent limitations and does not discharge to the
groundwater, private septic systems are not monitored, and may discharge to the groundwater.
(B) Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring from erosion of deposits
within the aquifer.
(C) Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as residential uses, and can be
minimized or eliminated by cross-connection control.
(D) Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of
industrial processes, and can also come from leaking underground fuel tanks at gas stations, and septic systems.
(E) Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally present in the aquifer.
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