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If you compare Uranium levels in Kennebec County with a neighboring county, beware of overreading results

Government sampling by the U.S. Geological Survey in Kennebec County’s bedrock aquifer found uranium ranging from 1.3 to 6.5 micrograms per liter (ug/L), with a median of 2.6 ug/L in four wells sampled in September 2011. All measurements were below federal uranium thresholds for groundwater. While nearby counties may have similar or differing uranium levels, differences in geology and sampling depth affect results. This means you cannot assume your well water matches regional figures or that a neighboring county’s numbers apply directly. The data describes groundwater conditions in the bedrock aquifer at sample depths of about 164 to 320 feet, not individual household wells.

If you want to match treatment capacity to your household’s daily water demand, consider what the equipment can handle

Residential water use varies, but treatment systems need to have enough capacity to process typical daily flow without frequent regeneration or downtime. The Fleck Uranium & Radium System has a documented grain capacity of 32,000 grains, reflecting its ability to reduce uranium and radium effectively for average household demands. Choosing equipment with too little capacity can lead to incomplete treatment or more frequent maintenance cycles, while oversizing may increase initial handling complexity and cost. Estimating your household’s daily water use accurately helps in selecting a system that balances performance with operational ease.

If you prepare to seek treatment advice, make sure to write down the right details first

• Results from your own water test showing uranium and radium levels
• Depth and type of your well (e.g., bedrock)
• Your household’s average daily water consumption in gallons
• Any noticeable water quality issues (taste, staining, cloudiness)
• Previous water treatment measures and their performance

Having this information organized will help clarify your situation and guide accurate recommendations.

If you consider the Fleck Uranium & Radium System, understand how it addresses these constituents

This system operates using proven ion exchange or similar technology to reduce uranium and radium levels by removing dissolved ions from water. It targets contaminants detected in bedrock groundwater and is designed to service residential demand with a 32,000-grain capacity. It ships ready to configure with your plumbing and water supply arrangements but requires individual water testing to confirm suitability and settings. This approach reduces exposure to uranium and radium by physically removing them rather than masking or neutralizing them chemically.

If you want to rule out other causes before investing in treatment, follow this order

• Start with a simple visual and taste inspection of your water to check for unrelated issues
• Review your local public water system’s water quality reports if you receive municipal water
• Conduct a laboratory analysis of your well water specifically for uranium and radium concentrations

This sequence saves cost and time by eliminating less likely causes of water quality concerns before pursuing specialized treatment solutions.

Ultimately, you should order a comprehensive laboratory test of your household water for uranium and radium concentrations. The results will determine if treatment is needed and if a system like the Fleck Uranium & Radium System fits your needs. Only testing your own water provides the definitive answer that regional data alone cannot supply.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2011-09-29. 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 Uranium in the BEDROCK aquifer (Kennebec County): 4 results from 4 wells, median 2.6 ug/L, range 1.3-6.5 ug/L; none above any federal threshold