Sizing Total Well Water Treatment in Anoka County with USGS Aquifer Sampling Data

How Treated Water Can Differ at the Tap with the Fleck System

Reduced Chloride Taste and Staining Potential

Water treated with the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System generally shows lowered aesthetic impacts such as salty taste or staining caused by higher chloride levels. While taste is subjective, treatment aims to reduce chlorides that affect household water quality.

More Consistent Water Quality

The system helps maintain water clarity and appearance by limiting the aesthetic effects caused by fluctuating chloride concentrations found in local aquifers.

Reading Certified Lab Tests for Chloride in Your Well Water

Chloride Concentration Reported in Milligrams per Liter (mg/L)

Lab results will present chloride levels numerically, helping you understand if your water might have elevated taste or staining potential compared to regional data.

Understanding Variation Compared to Regional Sampling

Government sampling in Anoka County's 112GSSG aquifer found chloride ranging from 8.34 to 692 mg/L with a median of 31.9 mg/L. Your specific well test may differ widely within this range.

Information to Record Before Seeking Treatment Advice

Well Depth and Location Details

Note your well’s depth and exact location since reported samples in this area were 12 to 24 feet deep, which affects local water quality profiles.

Latest Certified Water Analysis Results

Have a recent lab test measuring chloride and other constituents that influence treatment needs.

Household Water Usage Patterns

Document your typical water demand as this shapes the sizing of treatment equipment capacity.

Sample Size and Confidence in Regional Water Quality Figures

Scope of USGS Sampling

The U.S. Geological Survey sampled nine wells with eleven results over five years, providing a regional overview but not defining individual wells.

Implications of a Limited Number of Samples

While informative, the relatively small sample size means individual wells can have chloride levels outside the reported range.

Maintenance Rhythm for the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System

Regular System Regeneration

This system features a grain capacity of 32,000, supporting extended operation between regeneration cycles based on household water use.

Periodic Monitoring

Routine checks of system function and water quality tests ensure the system continues addressing chloride aesthetic concerns effectively.

Comparing Anoka County’s Data to Nearby Counties Without Overinterpreting

Local Variation in Chloride Levels

Neighboring counties may show different chloride ranges due to distinct aquifer characteristics. Comparison should consider geographic and hydrogeological differences.

Avoid Applying Regional Data to Individual Wells

Regional trends provide context but not definitive information about your well. Testing your well water is essential for accurate treatment decisions.

The information above summarizes U.S. Geological Survey groundwater sampling results for nine wells in Anoka County’s 112GSSG aquifer between 2011 and 2016. For detailed data, visit the USGS monitoring location page.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2016-08-30. 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 Chloride in the 112GSSG aquifer (Anoka County): 11 results from 9 wells, median 31.9 mg/L, range 8.34-692.0 mg/L; 1 above an AESTHETIC secondary standard only (secondary standard 250.0 mg/L (aesthetic)) - not a health finding