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Feb 21, 2024 · Setting a maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) and maximum contaminant level (MCL) for E. coli for protection against potential fecal contamination. Setting a total coliform treatment technique (TT) requirement. Requirements for monitoring total coliforms and E. coli according to a sample siting plan and schedule specific to the PWS.
Jan 2, 2024 · 4 No more than 5.0% samples total coliform-positive (TC-positive) in a month. (For water systems that collect fewer than 40 routine samples per month, no more than one sample can be total coliform-positive per month.)
ContaminantMclg1 ( Mg/l) 2Mcl Or Tt1 ( Mg/l) 2Potential Health Effects From Long-term ...AcrylamidezeroTT8Nervous system or blood problems;Alachlorzero0.002Eye, liver, kidney or spleen problems;Atrazine0.0030.003Cardiovascular system or reproductive ...Benzenezero0.005Anemia; decrease in blood platelets;Jul 19, 2023 · The Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR) uses Escherichia coli ( E.coli) as a fecal indicator and establishes a maximum contaminant level (MCL) for E. coli. It also uses E. coli and total coliforms to initiate a find and fix approach to prevent fecal contamination from entering the distribution system.
Jul 21, 2021 · The rule sets both a health goal (Maximum Contaminant Level Goal [MCLG]) and legal limits (Maximum Contaminant Levels [MCLs]) for the presence of total coliforms in drinking water. 2013: EPA published RTCR on February 13, 2013. This version strengthened TCR and provided more robust public health protection measures.