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Water Quality in Citrus County’s Aquifer 112NRSD

If you live in Citrus County and are noticing unusual water characteristics such as scaling, soap not lathering properly, or metallic taste, your water may be affected by hardness and acidity. Government data collected by the U.S. Geological Survey provides insight into typical hardness levels in this area’s groundwater, specifically from the 112NRSD aquifer.

Understanding Hardness Levels Measured in the Area

The USGS sampled three wells between late 2011 and late 2012, all located within Citrus County’s 112NRSD aquifer, at depths ranging from 9 to 18 feet. The hardness measured in these samples represented calcium and magnesium concentrations, which are the primary contributors to water hardness.

• The median hardness found was 61.8 mg/L.
• The range of values across five samples was from 24.3 mg/L up to 174.0 mg/L.
• All measurements were below any federal limits related to drinking water safety.

These results reflect conditions in the aquifer and are not specific to any individual household or well. Water chemistry can vary significantly even within the same aquifer depending on location and depth.

What Hardness and Acidity Mean for Your Home Water

When hardness is present at moderate to high levels, water can cause scale buildup inside pipes, on fixtures, and on appliances. This scale reduces efficiency and shortens equipment life. Hard water also reduces the effectiveness of soaps and detergents, which can leave residues on skin, hair, and laundry. Acidity in water, often indicated by a low pH, can cause corrosion of plumbing and fixtures, leading to metal leaching and staining.

Confirming Your Water’s Condition

Since area measurements do not capture your specific well or municipal supply conditions, testing your water directly is the only way to determine its hardness and acidity precisely. Home water testing kits or professional laboratory analysis can provide these specifics, including pH level, calcium, and magnesium concentrations.

How Neutralizing Systems Address Acidic and Hard Water

To manage the challenges of acidic and hard water, one technology designed for well water treatment is a neutralizer system. This system balances the water’s pH upward to reduce acidity while also treating hardness to minimize scale formation and improve water feel.

One such solution, the Pentair Acidic Water + Hard Water System, incorporates a neutralizer component and offers a grain capacity of 32,000. It ships ready to configure for your home water system and can be a practical choice for households experiencing these dual water quality concerns.

Choosing this type of system helps protect your plumbing, appliances, and personal care routines from the effects of acidic and hard water. However, because water quality varies by source and location, testing remains essential to confirm if this technology suits your specific water treatment needs.

Summary

Citrus County residents served by aquifer 112NRSD can expect water hardness values typically between 24.3 and 174.0 mg/L calcium and magnesium, as shown by USGS sampling. These values do not represent any single well’s condition, so individual testing is necessary. If your water shows signs of hardness and acidity, considering a neutralizer system such as the Pentair Acidic Water + Hard Water System may improve water quality and protect home plumbing and appliances.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2012-12-12. 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 Hardness, Ca, Mg in the 112NRSD aquifer (Citrus County): 5 results from 3 wells, median 61.8 mg/L, range 24.3-174.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold

The documented solution

Pentair Acidic Water + Hard Water (Well) System