Comparing Cassia County’s Bacteria Data with Nearby Regions Without Overreading
The public water system record for the Burley Water Department in Cassia County, Idaho, provides valuable information about the area's water quality from groundwater sources. However, it is important to remember this record reflects system-wide sampling, not the condition of any individual home’s water supply, especially not after equipment failure. Comparing this to a neighboring county's data should be done carefully: differences could stem from distinct source waters, treatment methods, or sampling frequencies, and do not directly translate to your household situation or imply similar conditions.
Why Aesthetic Secondary Standards Differ from Health-Based Limits, Applied to Bacteria
Bacteria and coliform measures can trigger different guidelines. Aesthetic secondary standards focus on taste, odor, and appearance which might influence comfort but are not health limits. Health-based standards, on the other hand, set criteria to protect against actual health risks. The Burley Water Department’s record shows there have been three health-based violations related to the system’s bacteria record. This indicates regulatory concern at the system level, not a direct health violation for every household. It also underscores the importance of verifying your specific water condition.
Which Fixtures, Appliances, or Processes Are Affected First and Why
Bacteria presence usually shows up first in parts of a household plumbing system where water is stored or remains stagnant, such as water heaters, faucets with aerators, and ice makers. These areas provide environments where bacteria can multiply if not properly managed. Appliances that use water directly, like humidifiers or coffee makers, can also be impacted. Knowing which fixtures are vulnerable helps prioritize testing and treatment after equipment stops functioning correctly.
How to Judge Treatment Capacity Against Household Daily Demand
When considering replacement treatment solutions, it is essential to evaluate equipment capacity relative to your household’s daily water use. This includes drinking, cooking, bathing, and appliance water needs. The Pentair Bacteria & Coliform (Well) Filter ships ready to configure and is designed to manage bacteria concerns for typical residential demand levels. Confirming your average and peak usage allows you to select a filter that effectively addresses bacteria without limiting flow or performance.
What 'Detected', 'Median' and 'Range' Mean in the Sampling Record on This Page
The Burley Water Department’s public data uses terms like 'detected', 'median', and 'range' to describe test results. 'Detected' means bacteria or coliform was measured by instruments at some level, not that it is necessarily unsafe. The 'median' is the middle value of samples collected, summarizing typical findings. The 'range' shows the spread between the lowest and highest measurements. These statistics provide context but do not specify your exact water condition without individual testing.
While your household equipment failure signals a need for attention, this public system data represents the wider community water status. To determine your home's specific bacteria levels, you would need to conduct well or tap water tests. For ongoing protection, the Pentair Bacteria & Coliform (Well) Filter provides a documented approach to reduce bacterial presence and support household water safety from your private source.
This information is based on EPA SDWIS public water system data for the Burley Water Department (ID5160008) serving Cassia County. For detailed records, visit the EPA public water system database.
Where this information comes from
Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2023-12-31. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.
On record: EPA SDWIS record for BURLEY WATER DEPT (ID5160008), groundwater supply, serving 10345 people: 3 health-based violations of 5 total; lead 90th percentile 0 mg/L
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