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The Magnitude and Costs of Groundwater Contamination from Agricultural Chemicals: A National Perspective

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  • Nielsen, Elizabeth G.
  • Lee, Linda K.

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The drinking water of an estimated 50 million people in the United States comes from groundwater that is potentially contaminated from agricultural chemicals. Approximately 19 million of these people get their water from private wells, which are most vulnerable. Findings (based on analysis of synthesized data sources) suggest that potential contamination follows regional trends. Evidence indicates that pesticides and nitrates from fertilizers do not necessarily occur together in potentially affected areas, implying a need to target strategies. First-time monitoring costs range from $0.9 billion to $2.2 billion for households with private wells (mostly in rural areas) and approximate $14 million for communities with community groundwater systems.

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  • Nielsen, Elizabeth G. & Lee, Linda K., 1987. "The Magnitude and Costs of Groundwater Contamination from Agricultural Chemicals: A National Perspective," Agricultural Economic Reports 308032, United States Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:uerser:308032
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.308032
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