Contamination Plume
The underground spread pattern of PFAS-contaminated groundwater from a source area.
A contamination plume is the three-dimensional zone of polluted groundwater extending from a PFAS release site. PFAS plumes can travel miles from the source due to their high water solubility and resistance to degradation. Plume mapping using monitoring wells and sampling is critical for determining the extent of contamination and designing effective remediation strategies.