VOCs & pesticides

Chloromethane in U.S. tap water

3 public water systems across 3 U.S. states report Chloromethane in their annual Consumer Confidence Report. None currently sit at or above the federal limit.

3
systems measuring
0
over the limit
3
states represented

Within the federal limit (2)

Water systemMeasured
Cleveland, OH
2024 annual report
Not detected
Nashville, TN
2023 annual report
Not detected

Frequently asked

+What is Chloromethane?

Chloromethane is a contaminant some U.S. public water utilities measure and report in their annual Consumer Confidence Report.

+Does Chloromethane have a federal limit in drinking water?

Chloromethane does not have an enforceable federal MCL. Utilities still report any measured levels in their annual Consumer Confidence Report.

+How many U.S. water systems have Chloromethane over the federal limit?

Zero of the 3 public water systems in The Water Map dataset currently report Chloromethane at or above its federal limit.

+How can I check if Chloromethane is in my city's tap water?

Search your city on The Water Map (https://www.thewatermap.com/) or browse the list on this page. Every U.S. public water utility is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report that lists every contaminant it measured, including Chloromethane.

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