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Citation Mattu, G and Schreier, H. 2000. An investigation of high arsenic levels in well in the Sunshine Coast and Powell River Regions of BC. Prepared for Coast Garibaldi Health Services Society
Organization UBC
URL http://healthspace.ca/Clients/VCHA/CoastGaribaldi/CoastGaribaldi_Website.nsf/e8db9633a9d595f988256b36000d14e7/244ab863b81f4a9188256f7f007e6461/$FILE/UBC%20Arsenic%20Report.PDF
Abstract/Description or Keywords This study was initiated to provide a greater understanding of sources and occurrence of
high arsenic concentrations in groundwater in the Sunshine Coast and Powell River
regions of British Columbia. In 1994, it was discovered that many drinking water wells
contained arsenic at levels much higher than Canadian drinking water guidelines. Results
from a study conducted in 1994 revealed elevated arsenic concentrations throughout the
region, however, the sources of the arsenic were not confirmed. The spatial and temporal
variability of the results raised concerns as to the reliability of these results. This study
was launched to address some of these concerns.
Information Type article
Regional Watershed Howe Sound & Sunshine Coast
Sub-watershed if known
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Comments
Project status complete
Contact Name Hans Schreier
Contact Email [email protected]