1. Understanding the Data Behind Camden County Water Quality
The U.S. Geological Survey has sampled groundwater in Camden County’s aquifer 211EGLS through 27 results collected from 5 separate wells between 2010 and 2023. These wells ranged in depth from 14 to 217 feet. This limited number of samples provides a useful but not exhaustive snapshot of the area's water characteristics. Because the data covers multiple wells and years, it reflects general regional conditions but cannot define your individual well's water quality.
2. What the Total Dissolved Solids Range Indicates
The total dissolved solids (TDS) concentrations recorded span from 0.15 mg/L up to 664 mg/L, with a median of 207 mg/L. The federal secondary standard for TDS, set at 500 mg/L, relates only to aesthetic effects such as taste and staining and is not a health threshold. Out of the samples measured, 8 exceeded this secondary standard, indicating occasional higher dissolved solids that might affect water appearance or flavor but do not imply unsafe water quality. This data does not specify your well's TDS level, only what regional sampling has revealed.
3. Considering Seasonal and Multi-year Variations
The sampling dates from spring 2010 through summer 2023 suggest TDS levels fluctuate over time. The wide range of measurements and multiple years of data imply that dissolved solids concentrations can change with natural seasonal shifts or aquifer conditions. Fluctuations may affect treatment sizing decisions, so considering this variability helps ensure your system handles possible upper-end TDS levels effectively rather than just a snapshot measurement.
4. Key Information to Gather Before Choosing Treatment
Before deciding on water treatment, record the results of a current water test for your specific well, focusing on the total dissolved solids concentration. Include the well depth, water usage rates, and any observed issues with taste, staining, or water quality. This information helps determine the correct treatment capacity and type needed. Knowing your household’s water demand is also essential to align with system capacities.
5. Early Signs of Dissolved Solids Impact on Household Fixtures
Water with elevated total dissolved solids can first affect appliances sensitive to mineral buildup or water quality, such as dishwashers, coffee makers, and water-using fixtures with fine nozzles. You might notice scaling, cloudy water, or changes in taste, which indicate the need for water conditioning. Addressing these issues early preserves appliance performance and water enjoyment.
To meet these needs, a treatment system with documented capacity—such as the Fleck Complete Well System which handles up to 32,000 grains—ships ready to configure and can effectively manage typical levels found in Camden County’s aquifer 211EGLS. This system targets dissolved solids that affect water aesthetics and equipment longevity, providing a tailored solution for residential wells.
Ultimately, the single test to order is a comprehensive TDS measurement for your well water. If the TDS level approaches or exceeds regional upper values near 664 mg/L, sizing a treatment system with sufficient capacity becomes critical to ensure consistent water quality and household protection.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2023-07-24. 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 Total dissolved solids in the 211EGLS aquifer (Camden County): 27 results from 5 wells, median 207.0 mg/L, range 0.15-664.0 mg/L; 8 above an AESTHETIC secondary standard only (secondary standard 500.0 mg/L (aesthetic)) - not a health finding
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