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Reading the Median and Range for Iron in Your Area

Median iron concentration is a central reference, not your water’s exact level

Government sampling in Logan County’s aquifer 327KNWH showed a median iron amount of 234.95 micrograms per liter (ug/L) in six wells tested between late June and mid-July 2017. The recorded range was from 10.9 ug/L up to 1440.0 ug/L.

Range shows variability across wells, not your home’s water quality alone

The iron levels ranged widely among the wells 10 to 87 feet deep, indicating that iron presence varies notably in the area. Your well’s iron may differ and requires specific testing.

Sample Size and What It Means for Your Water Understanding

Only six wells sampled, limits broad generalizations for individual homes

These results come from six separate wells, a small sample reflecting parts of aquifer 327KNWH. This limited data set means while iron presence is confirmed regionally, individual home levels can differ.

Samples from mid-2017 are a snapshot, not continuous monitoring

The timeframe of these samples also matters; iron levels can vary over time due to natural and human factors.

Considerations for Larger Households, Second Homes, or Intermittent Use

More water usage may amplify iron bacteria impact

Larger households draw more water, potentially increasing the frequency of iron bacteria buildup if untreated water flows through your plumbing.

Seasonal properties might see different bacterial growth patterns

Homes used intermittently may face cycles of iron bacteria accumulation during inactivity, which can worsen when equipment is no longer effectively managing the issue.

Clarifying Detection Terms in Government Water Sampling

‘Detected’ means iron was measured, not that it’s excessive or unsafe

All six wells had iron detected; none fell below the reporting limit. Detection confirms iron presence but does not imply health risk or breach of standards.

The data set includes no results above federal thresholds

No iron concentration measured exceeded any federal limit, affirming the absence of regulatory concern in the sampled wells.

Understanding What a Certified Lab Test Would Show

Lab tests measure iron levels in your specific water source

To know your home's iron content, submit water for certified laboratory analysis which reports on iron concentration and can identify iron bacteria presence indirectly by associated indicators.

Test results guide treatment decisions tailored to your water

Only a certified test of your water can confirm iron levels and inform the best approach to managing iron bacteria in your household.

Symptoms in Your Home That May Indicate Iron Bacteria Issues

Visible reddish-brown stains or slimy buildup in plumbing fixtures

These signs often suggest iron bacteria growth, especially when your existing equipment is no longer effective.

Water discoloration or unpleasant taste may be related but need confirmation

Changes in water appearance or flavor can have multiple causes; iron bacteria is one possibility requiring proper water testing.

Not all plumbing issues signal iron bacteria

Some water problems may stem from other causes; iron bacteria presence must be confirmed before deciding on treatment.

What You Should Not Deduce From Area Iron Data Alone

Local iron measurements do not define your specific well’s water quality

The reported iron values reflect regional conditions in Logan County’s aquifer 327KNWH, not your individual water supply.

Detection is not a violation or safety concern by itself

Iron detection is common and not inherently unsafe; it primarily affects aesthetics and equipment function.

Appropriate treatment depends on your water’s actual test results

Without your own water test, no specific treatment can be recommended. For managing iron bacteria after your equipment has failed, consider a system like the Pentair Iron Bacteria & Slime Filter, which ships ready to configure and is documented for this use.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2017-07-19. 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 Iron in the 327KNWH aquifer (Logan County): 6 results from 6 wells, median 234.95 ug/L, range 10.9-1440.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold