Water in Butler County, Ohio, supplied from aquifer 112OTSH, reaches homes through wells tapping groundwater between 32 and 92 feet deep. Government sampling by the U.S. Geological Survey has measured chloride levels in multiple wells throughout this area, providing insight into regional water quality but not individual household wells.
If you want to understand what the measured chloride range means against federal standards
The chloride concentrations in 15 samples from 12 different wells ranged from 7.02 to 250.0 mg/L, with a median of 32.7 mg/L during 2010 to 2020. None of these results exceeded federal guidelines for health safety. This means while chloride was detected in every sample, the levels found do not indicate a violation of health-based standards. However, chloride as a dissolved constituent can affect water taste and cause staining or piping corrosion over time, which are concerns separate from safety limits.
If you are preparing to seek advice about your household's water treatment needs
Before discussing treatment options, you should record details from your well water test results, including concentrations of chloride and other constituents if tested. Note sample collection dates and the testing laboratory's methods. Because local government data cannot replace your own well’s test, obtaining a certified laboratory analysis of your household water is necessary to identify your specific water conditions.
If you want to understand seasonal or multi-year variations in chloride levels in your area
The data collected from 2010 through 2020 shows chloride levels can vary substantially over time and location within the aquifer. The recorded range from about 7 to 250 mg/L indicates fluctuations that might be influenced by factors such as rainfall, land use changes, or groundwater flow patterns. This variability underscores the importance of current and regular testing for your well water to monitor changes that could affect your household water quality.
If you want to understand the typical maintenance rhythm of the documented technology
The Autotrol Total Well Chlorination System, designed for treating total well water, ships ready to configure and offers a grain capacity of 32,000. Maintaining consistent performance involves periodic replenishment of treatment materials and routine system checks to ensure water disinfection efficacy. Clear, straightforward maintenance intervals help keep your treatment system performing reliably with minimal disruption to your household water supply.
If you want to know how chloride enters groundwater or distribution systems in Butler County
In this region, chloride can originate from natural mineral deposits in the aquifer or from human activities such as road salt application, agricultural runoff, and wastewater discharge. These sources contribute to dissolved solids detected in groundwater samples. Understanding these entry routes helps clarify why chloride is present in the sampled wells but does not alone signify any health risk or contamination event.
If you want to judge treatment capacity against your household's daily water use
When selecting water treatment equipment, consider daily water consumption to ensure adequate capacity. The Autotrol system’s 32,000 grain capacity supports effective water disinfection for typical residential usage, providing treatment volume aligned to household demand. Matching system capability and water volume usage helps avoid treatment interruptions and maintain water quality consistently.
These chloride sampling results represent groundwater from wells in Butler County’s aquifer 112OTSH, covering measurements from multiple wells over a decade. For detailed information, refer to the U.S. Geological Survey groundwater monitoring site at https://waterdata.usgs.gov/monitoring-location/392018084371800/.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2020-11-18. 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 Chloride in the 112OTSH aquifer (Butler County): 15 results from 12 wells, median 32.7 mg/L, range 7.02-250.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold