Fleck Black Manganese Stains Filter

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Fixtures and Appliances First Affected by Manganese

Visible staining on sinks and tubs

Manganese can cause dark brown or black stains, most noticeable on bathroom and kitchen fixtures where water pools or evaporates.

Appliance discoloration

Washing machines and dishwashers may exhibit buildup or discoloration on surfaces that contact water frequently.

Water-using processes sensitive to staining

Processes such as laundry can show spotting or fabric discoloration due to manganese deposits.

Evaluating Treatment Capacity for Household Water Use

Estimate daily water consumption

Calculate your household's typical daily water use to ensure treatment equipment can handle peak demand without being overwhelmed.

Consider manganese concentration variability

Since manganese levels in Burlington County aquifer 121CKKD range widely, treatment capacity should allow for fluctuations within that range.

Factor in simultaneous appliance use

Multiple appliances running concurrently increase water flow needs, influencing treatment system sizing.

Recognizing Symptoms Related to Manganese Presence

Dark staining inconsistent with iron deposits

Unlike iron, manganese staining is darker and may appear on lighter surfaces.

Absence of metallic taste or odor changes

Manganese generally does not create noticeable taste or smell alterations, so their absence does not rule out its presence.

Water clarity remains unaffected

Water may remain clear despite manganese presence, so visual clarity alone is not a reliable indicator.

Preparing Information Before Consulting Treatment Options

Record recent well or tap water test results

Accurate water testing is necessary to know actual manganese concentration specific to your household.

Note household water use patterns

Document typical daily volume and peak times to inform treatment sizing.

Identify affected fixtures and appliances

List where staining or other manganese-related effects are noticed to help pinpoint treatment focus.

Comparing Burlington County Data with Neighboring Counties

Understand regional manganese level ranges

Burlington County's aquifer 121CKKD showed manganese ranging from 1.37 to 331.0 ug/L; nearby counties may have different ranges reflecting local geology.

Avoid assuming identical household water conditions

Area-level data do not determine individual well concentrations; each household should obtain its own testing.

Use comparisons to anticipate potential issues

Regional data guide expectations but do not replace personalized water analysis.

Example: Interpreting Burlington County Manganese Data

Median manganese concentration

According to U.S. Geological Survey sampling in Burlington County aquifer 121CKKD, the median manganese level is 19.95 ug/L based on multiple wells sampled from 2010 to 2024.

Observed range from samples

Values ranged between 1.37 and 331.0 ug/L, indicating significant variation in manganese levels across wells and time.

Health-based thresholds and detected levels

None of the samples exceeded federal health-based manganese thresholds; detections above zero reflect presence, not safety concerns.

WaterSoftenerPlus offers the Fleck Black Manganese Stains Filter, designed to address manganese staining and related water quality concerns by reducing manganese levels at point of entry. This system ships ready to configure and can be sized to meet household water use.

This checklist is based on U.S. Geological Survey groundwater data for Burlington County aquifer 121CKKD. For reference, see the official USGS monitoring location page at waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/400209074434401/.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2024-06-05. 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 121CKKD aquifer (Burlington County): 38 results from 13 wells, median 19.95 ug/L, range 1.37-331.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold