What is typical for arsenic concentrations in Shelby County groundwater?
Government groundwater sampling in Shelby County’s aquifer 100ALVM found arsenic present in all tested wells, with median levels at 1.7 micrograms per liter (ug/L) and a range from 0.51 to 5.4 ug/L, based on 10 samples from 5 different wells. None of these results exceeded any federal safety thresholds. These findings come from wells between 55 and 166 feet deep measured over a span of about a week in 2017. This data reflects the area’s groundwater quality but does not determine the arsenic level in your individual household well or tap water.
How does the Autotrol Arsenic Filter reduce arsenic in household water?
The Autotrol Arsenic Filter works by targeting arsenic compounds through a filtration process designed to lower arsenic concentrations effectively. It uses a specialized medium that adsorbs arsenic from water, helping households achieve reductions consistent with public health guidance. This system ships ready to configure, allowing it to be integrated to treat water where arsenic poses a concern. Using this technology can help households manage arsenic levels found in local groundwater samples if testing of their own water reveals elevated concentrations.
What steps should I take to understand my household water’s arsenic condition?
Start with a simple check: have your water tested by a certified laboratory to measure arsenic concentration specifically for your well or water source. Because area data cannot confirm your water’s safety or levels, this testing determines your need for treatment. If arsenic is detected near or above advisable levels, treatment options like the Autotrol Arsenic Filter may be considered. Routine sampling can help track any changes over time as well.
Does household size or property type affect arsenic water treatment needs?
Larger households, second homes, and seasonal properties may have differing water usage patterns that influence treatment system sizing and maintenance frequency. A larger household uses more water, which might require a filtration system capable of handling higher volumes to maintain arsenic reduction efficiency. Seasonal properties that sit unused for extended periods require systems that remain effective and do not degrade without frequent use. This consideration ensures consistent arsenic management tailored to household demand.
Can the age or material of my plumbing affect arsenic levels independently?
Plumbing materials and their age do not generate or remove arsenic but can influence water quality through other factors such as corrosion or leaching of metals into water. Arsenic presence is primarily a source water issue rather than a plumbing one. However, old pipes could affect overall water taste or appearance, which is separate from arsenic concentration. An arsenic treatment system acts on the source water constituents before water reaches plumbing fixtures.
What will I notice about my tap water after adding the Autotrol Arsenic Filter?
With the Autotrol Arsenic Filter in use, arsenic levels at the tap should be substantially reduced, aligned with the treatment system’s performance capabilities. While arsenic does not affect taste or odor at low levels, filtration can improve water safety perception. The treated water continues to flow normally, without added chemicals or salts, making it suitable for daily household use. Consistent water testing before and after filtration confirms treatment effectiveness over time.
For Shelby County residents who have measured arsenic in their water or wish to confirm their status, the Autotrol Arsenic Filter provides a documented option designed to reduce arsenic concentrations to safer levels. Since local government data shows arsenic is present in the area aquifer at levels below federal thresholds, personal testing is essential to assess the household’s specific water quality and determine treatment needs accordingly.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2017-09-28. 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 100ALVM aquifer (Shelby County): 10 results from 5 wells, median 1.7 ug/L, range 0.51-5.4 ug/L; none above any federal threshold
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