Government sampling of the Burke County aquifer 125DBMV found manganese in nine out of ten samples taken from wells 867 to 940 feet deep, with measurements ranging from 12.0 to 150.0 micrograms per liter (ug/L) and a median of 20.0 ug/L. None of these results exceeded federal manganese limits.
If your certified laboratory test reports manganese in your water:
A certified lab test typically reports manganese concentration in micrograms per liter. This figure reflects the average manganese dissolved in your water sample. It is important to understand that detected manganese does not imply a violation or unsafe condition, only the presence and amount. To assess your home's specific manganese level, a water test from a certified laboratory is necessary because regional government data cannot substitute for your own well or tap water sample.
If you decide to treat your water, here is how it will change at the tap:
Using a C-Series Black Manganese Stains Filter results in reduced manganese levels as water flows through your system. This treatment targets manganese particles that can cause discoloration and staining. After filtration, water clarity improves, and staining on fixtures and laundry is markedly lessened. This filter ships ready to configure into your home water system for household use.
If you are interpreting the local manganese range and related federal standards:
The detected manganese in Burke County wells ranged from 12.0 to 150.0 ug/L, all below federal secondary standards designed to address aesthetic concerns such as taste, color, and staining rather than health risks. These secondary standards are not enforceable health limits. The range indicates local geological variability in manganese presence, but does not define safety or specific conditions for your water.
If you want to understand how manganese enters the groundwater here:
Manganese in Burke County originates naturally from minerals in deep aquifer formations sampled at approximately 867 to 940 feet. Water moving through these rocks dissolves manganese compounds, which then appear in wells drawing from this source. There is no indication that municipal treatment systems in this area result in elevated manganese levels.
If you explore how the C-Series Black Manganese Stains Filter reduces manganese:
This filtration system employs a specialized media designed to capture manganese particles from the water passing through it. The process reduces manganese concentrations effectively, preventing staining and discoloration caused by manganese deposits in household plumbing and fixtures.
If you consider the impact of plumbing materials and age separately:
Old or corroded plumbing can influence water appearance and staining independently of source water manganese levels. While the treatment filter addresses manganese in the water supply, homeowners should also note that pipe materials and condition may affect overall water quality and staining potential.
In summary, government sampling in Burke County's aquifer 125DBMV shows manganese present but within acceptable aesthetic ranges. To know your home's specific conditions, a certified water test is essential. When manganese causes staining or discoloration, the C-Series Black Manganese Stains Filter offers a documented solution that improves water clarity and reduces staining at the tap.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2013-08-14. 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 125DBMV aquifer (Burke County): 10 results from 2 wells, median 20.0 ug/L, range 12.0-150.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold