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Reading the Median and Range from Beaufort County Manganese Tests

Laboratory reports list manganese concentration in micrograms per liter (ug/L)

In Beaufort County's 120FLRD aquifer area, USGS sampled five wells between 2015 and 2018. The manganese levels detected in those wells ranged from 1.09 to 37.1 ug/L, with a median of 28.1 ug/L. One well showed manganese below the reporting limit, indicating levels so low the equipment could not detect them reliably.

Median value represents the middle concentration among sampled wells

Half the results were above 28.1 ug/L and half below, reflecting typical manganese concentrations in the sampled wells. This median is not a direct measurement of any individual household well but a regional figure describing groundwater in this aquifer.

Checking Treatment Capacity Against Household Water Use

Understand daily household water demand when addressing manganese

Treatment capacity should align with the volume of water used daily. Larger households or properties with higher water flow will require equipment capable of managing increased manganese load without frequent regeneration or maintenance.

Estimate the manganese load based on local median concentrations

Using the median manganese concentration of 28.1 ug/L as a guide, consider the total amount of manganese passing through your system daily based on your household’s water consumption. This helps clarify the required capacity of filtration equipment.

Interpreting the Manganese Range against Federal Standards

No sample exceeded federal manganese thresholds for drinking water

The USGS data from Beaufort County shows all tested manganese values within federal limits established for safe drinking water. Detection of manganese does not indicate noncompliance or health risk but may affect water appearance and appliance function.

Detection levels alone don’t indicate personal water conditions

Since the data is regional, an individual household could have higher or lower manganese levels. Actual concentration in your water requires lab testing of a sample from your supply.

Influence of Well Depth and Source on Manganese Expectations

Sample wells ranged from 100 to 210 feet deep

Groundwater manganese levels can vary with well depth. Deeper wells in Beaufort County may yield different manganese concentrations than shallower wells, due to variations in geological formations and water flow.

Private wells versus public water systems

The data reflects privately sampled wells in the aquifer, not municipal systems. Different water sources can have distinct manganese profiles even within the same area.

First Fixtures and Appliances Impacted by Manganese Presence

Visible staining often appears on fixtures and laundry

Manganese can cause dark or brown staining on sinks, tubs, and clothes, noticeable early on before other effects manifest.

Water-using appliances may experience buildup

Appliances like dishwashers and water heaters can accumulate manganese deposits over time, potentially impacting efficiency or lifespan.

Changes in Water Quality at the Tap Using Autotrol Technology

The Autotrol Black Manganese Stains Filter targets manganese removal

This system is designed to reduce manganese concentrations effectively, improving water clarity, and minimizing staining issues in home water use.

Treated water typically shows less discoloration and residue

Once filtered through Autotrol equipment, water at the tap should appear clearer and cause fewer staining problems, enhancing appliance performance and surface cleanliness.

These observations apply to the Beaufort County area aquifer (120FLRD) wells tested by the USGS, reflecting regional groundwater conditions from samples taken at depths between 100 and 210 feet. For details, visit the USGS groundwater data source.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2018-08-07. 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 Manganese in the 120FLRD aquifer (Beaufort County): 5 results from 5 wells, median 28.1 ug/L, range 1.09-37.1 ug/L; none above any federal threshold