The Treated Water’s Quality at Your Tap with Fleck Technology
When a Fleck Arsenic Filter is configured for your household water system, its technology targets arsenic particles present in the supply to reduce their concentration well below the levels measured in the local aquifer. This means water emerging at your tap after treatment will have arsenic reduced to a point determined by the system’s filtration capability and ongoing maintenance, unlike untreated source water from the aquifer.
What to Check Before Considering Arsenic Treatment: The Stepwise Testing Approach
Since area data shows arsenic is present but below regulatory thresholds, begin with the most cost-effective measures. First, verify your household water source type and depth, as these influence arsenic presence. Then, conduct a certified laboratory test on your own water to identify its specific arsenic level. This step confirms whether treatment is necessary and helps pinpoint the appropriate technology. Relying solely on regional data without local testing can lead to unnecessary expense or inadequate treatment.
Reading the Median and Range: What Moore County’s Arsenic Levels Mean for Homeowners
The U.S. Geological Survey’s sampling of seven wells from Moore County’s 121OGLL aquifer between 2012 and 2021 showed arsenic detected consistently at levels between 0.41 and 1.9 micrograms per liter, with a median of 1.3 micrograms per liter. For comparison, the federal maximum contaminant level (MCL) for arsenic in drinking water is set at 10 micrograms per liter. This indicates that while arsenic is common in the aquifer, it has not been found above federal limits in these samples.
Evaluating Treatment Capacity Relative to Your Household Water Use
Choosing an arsenic treatment solution requires matching the filter’s capacity to your daily water consumption and arsenic concentration. A system such as the Fleck Arsenic Filter is designed to handle typical residential water demand while effectively reducing arsenic levels consistent with those found in the area. Knowing your household’s peak and average daily water use, combined with your test results, ensures treatment capacity is appropriate—neither under- nor oversized.
Understanding What the Range of Measured Arsenic Levels Does and Does Not Indicate
The range of 0.41 to 1.9 micrograms per liter detected in local groundwater samples demonstrates that arsenic occurs naturally in aquifer 121OGLL at low concentrations. This range does not point to a water safety violation or a health hazard by federal standards. Rather, it reflects natural variability in groundwater chemistry at depths between 450 and 635 feet. The presence of arsenic within this range is common in many aquifers but does not automatically mean treatment is mandatory for every household drawing from this source.
How Well Depth and Source Type Influence Arsenic Expectations in Your Water
The documented samples come from wells drilled between 450 and 635 feet deep, offering a specific window into groundwater conditions at those depths. A shallower or deeper well, or a different aquifer layer, may have different arsenic levels. Surface water or municipal supplies also differ from these deep groundwater samples. Understanding your water source’s depth and type is crucial before applying area data to your own situation or selecting a treatment system.
What Not to Conclude from Regional Arsenic Data Alone
While the area data for Moore County’s aquifer shows arsenic below federal maximum levels, it cannot substitute for testing your own water supply. No detection in a sample or an area median informs about your household’s specific arsenic concentration. Moreover, the presence of arsenic in the aquifer does not automatically mean health risks or treatment necessity for every well owner. A Fleck Arsenic Filter ships ready to configure to treat arsenic if your tests confirm it is beneficial for your water. Using regional data prudently helps avoid unnecessary expenses while ensuring safe, high-quality water.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2021-05-25. These figures describe groundwater sampled in this area. They are not a test of any individual private well - only a test of that well can establish its own water.
On record: U.S. Geological Survey sampling of Arsenic in the 121OGLL aquifer (Moore County): 11 results from 7 wells, median 1.3 ug/L, range 0.41-1.9 ug/L; none above any federal threshold
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