Overview of New Hanover County's Aquifer and Water Delivery
New Hanover County relies on aquifer 124CSLH for groundwater supplying many residential wells. Water drawn from depths between 39 and 176 feet passes naturally through underground formations before reaching household taps. Over time, water chemistry varies within this aquifer, impacting corrosivity and pipe durability.
Household Size, Secondary Homes, and Seasonal Use Factors
Larger households increase daily water volume, potentially accelerating pipe wear if water is corrosive
Second homes and seasonal properties might experience periods of stagnation, changing corrosivity effects over time
Intermittent use can require more frequent checks of water quality and treatment system condition
Additional Considerations for Commercial or Industrial Operators
Commercial users may demand higher flow rates, necessitating treatment systems sized accordingly
Regulatory compliance for commercial water use may include documented water quality reports beyond residential scope
Industrial processes may be more sensitive to pipe and equipment corrosion, influencing treatment specifications
Maintenance Rhythm of the C-Series Corrosive Water Damaging Pipes Filter
The C-Series system ships ready to configure and requires routine filter media replacement to maintain effectiveness
Frequency of maintenance depends on water use volume and water quality; typical household use suggests scheduled media refreshes
Regular system checks help ensure continuous protection against corrosive water effects on plumbing
Differences Between Public System Records and Private Well Testing
Government sampling covers multiple wells in New Hanover County's 124CSLH aquifer, not individual household wells
Public system data includes a median pH of 7.0 with a range from 5.0 to 7.9 standard units based on 57 samples from 38 wells
Lower pH values measured by USGS indicate potential for corrosive water, but individual household water must be tested to confirm
What Certified Laboratory Testing Reports and How to Interpret It
Certified tests measure water pH as a standard unit value reflecting acidity or alkalinity
Results below 6.5 standard units suggest more acidic, potentially corrosive water, based on EPA secondary standards addressing aesthetics and pipe impact
Test reports differentiate between detection and exceedance; detection alone does not indicate a violation or unsafe condition
Closing Notes: What Area Data Does Not Establish
Data from New Hanover County wells sampled for aquifer 124CSLH provide a regional picture, not a household diagnosis. Whether your home's water is corrosive requires specific testing of your well or supply. No sample results from the area imply unsafe water, only potential for corrosivity that treatment like the C-Series Corrosive Water Damaging Pipes Filter can address if indicated by testing.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2024-06-18. 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 pH in the 124CSLH aquifer (New Hanover County): 57 results from 38 wells, median 7.0 standard units, range 5.0-7.9 standard units; EPA secondary standard for pH is 6.5-8.5 (aesthetic/corrosivity, not health-based); 4 of 57 sampled results fell below 6.5