Changes in Water Quality at the Tap After Treatment
Uranium Levels Are Reduced to Meet Federal Safety Benchmarks
Water treated by the C-Series Uranium & Radium System will have uranium levels lowered below federal thresholds based on area data, improving overall water quality.
Water Clarity and Taste Are Maintained
This system addresses uranium and radium without affecting other water qualities such as taste or appearance.
Distinguishing Uranium-Radium from Other Water Concerns
Not Confused with Iron or Sediment Issues
Uranium and radium are naturally occurring radiological elements, unlike iron or sediment which primarily cause discoloration or turbidity.
Different from Microbial Contaminants
These elements do not represent biological contamination but rather chemical constituents measured in groundwater.
Significance of the Sampling Data for Uranium in Beaver County
66 Samples from 25 Wells Inform the Area Profile
The U.S. Geological Survey collected 66 uranium measurements from 25 wells in the 100VLFL aquifer from 2010 to 2021.
Wells Range from 64 to 600 Feet Deep
Sampling depth diversity provides a broad understanding of uranium presence throughout the aquifer, though it does not define any single household well’s content.
All Results Are Below Federal Uranium Thresholds
No sample from this dataset exceeded federally established uranium limits, indicating compliance for the area overall.
Maintenance Rhythm of the C-Series Uranium & Radium System
Requires Periodic Media Replacement Based on Grain Capacity
The system’s treatment media handles approximately 32,000 grains before needing replacement, ensuring ongoing effectiveness.
Simple Operational Checks Are Recommended Regularly
Routine monitoring of water flow and checking system integrity help maintain optimal function over time.
Method by Which the Documented Treatment Reduces Uranium and Radium
Targets Radioactive Elements Through Specialized Filtration
The C-Series uses engineered media to selectively capture and reduce uranium and radium present in water from the aquifer.
Operates Without Altering Water Chemistry Significantly
This approach minimizes changes to other water parameters, focusing treatment strictly on the problematic constituents.
What You Should Not Infer from Area Sampling Data
Do Not Assume Your Well Matches Area Median Levels
Area-wide sampling provides a regional snapshot, but only a certified laboratory test of your specific water supply can reveal your actual uranium and radium concentrations.
Detections Are Not Violations or Unsafe Conditions
The presence of uranium detected in samples does not imply your water is unsafe—measurements simply confirm its natural occurrence in the region.
Sampling Range Reflects Variability Not Individual Risk
The range of uranium concentrations documents variability among wells but should not be interpreted as predictive for your household water without direct testing.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2021-07-20. 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 Uranium in the 100VLFL aquifer (Beaver County): 66 results from 25 wells, median 13.85 ug/L, range 0.596-58.3 ug/L; none above any federal threshold