Understanding Treatment Capacity for Your Household Demand
Check daily water use volume
Compare your household's average daily water use to the Autotrol Total Well Chlorination System’s grain capacity of 32,000 grains. This capacity should align with your consumption to optimize system operation.
Consider peak flow rates
Assess your peak water usage to ensure that the treatment system can process water at a rate meeting those demands without compromising performance.
Clarifying Sampling Terminology in El Paso County Aquifer Data
Detected versus reported concentration levels
‘Detected’ means the measurement instrument found a constituent present in the groundwater samples from El Paso County wells, not that it violates any safety standard.
Median and range explained
The median chloride level of 16.5 mg/L represents the middle value among 160 samples, with individual results ranging between 0.03 and 1100.0 mg/L, reflecting natural variation across wells 16 to 215 feet deep.
Aesthetic secondary standards
Eight samples were above the secondary aesthetic threshold of 250.0 mg/L chloride, a taste and staining guideline rather than a health limit or violation.
How the Autotrol Total Well Chlorination System Addresses Water Quality
Oxidation of contaminants
The system applies a controlled chlorination process that neutralizes bacteria and other microorganisms, improving microbial safety.
Effect on chloride levels
This chlorination system does not remove chloride ions; rather, it focuses on microbial control, meaning chloride concentrations detected in the area are unaffected by the treatment process.
Compatibility with well water variations
Designed for varying water qualities found in El Paso County’s aquifer, the system handles typical organic and microbial challenges effectively.
Maintenance Requirements for the Autotrol System
Regular monitoring
Periodic checks are necessary to confirm the chlorination process remains effective and to adjust chemical feed as needed based on water flow and demand.
Component replacement
Replace consumables and check equipment condition according to manufacturer guidelines to maintain continuous treatment performance.
Impact of Plumbing Materials and Age on Treatment Outcomes
Material compatibility
Older plumbing systems or those with reactive metals may interact with treated water differently, influencing taste or staining independently of source water quality.
System age effects
Corrosion or buildup inside pipes can affect water appearance and delivery, which is separate from the quality changes due to source water or treatment technology.
Summary of What El Paso County Aquifer Data Does Not Indicate
Area water sampling data does not specify your individual well’s water quality or safety. Detected substances and measured ranges reflect broad regional patterns, not personal water conditions. Testing of your own water is necessary to determine the precise treatment needs for your household.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2025-12-18. 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 Chloride in the 111ALVM aquifer (El Paso County): 160 results from 50 wells, median 16.5 mg/L, range 0.03-1100.0 mg/L; 8 above an AESTHETIC secondary standard only (secondary standard 250.0 mg/L (aesthetic)) - not a health finding
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