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Picloram in U.S. tap water
25 public water systems across 6 U.S. states report Picloram in their annual Consumer Confidence Report. 1 sit at or above the federal limit.
At or above the federal limit (1)
| Water system | Measured | vs. limit |
|---|---|---|
| Delano, City of — Delano, Ca, CA 2023 annual report | 500 ug/L | 1.0× the limit |
Within the federal limit (24)
Frequently asked
+What is Picloram?
Picloram is a contaminant some U.S. public water utilities measure and report in their annual Consumer Confidence Report.
+What is the federal limit for Picloram in drinking water?
The federal MCL for Picloram is 0.5 mg/L. The EPA enforces this against the regulated reporting statistic (typically a running annual average or 90th percentile), not a single-sample spike.
+How many U.S. water systems have Picloram over the federal limit?
1 of the 25 public water systems on The Water Map report Picloram at or above its federal limit, spanning 6 U.S. states. The full list is on this page.
+How can I check if Picloram 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 Picloram.