Fleck 1,2,3-TCP Filter

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Step 1: What Happens When 1,2,3-TCP Is Left Untreated for Years

1,2,3-Trichloropropane (1,2,3-TCP) is a synthetic chemical once used in industrial and agricultural processes. While the public water system record for Gric DPW Sacaton in Area 09 shows no detected 1,2,3-TCP above the reporting level during 2013-2015 monitoring, understanding the chemical is important. Over extended periods, untreated 1,2,3-TCP at elevated levels, if present in water, can be a concern to consider based on specific testing. This step helps households recognize the significance of the presence or absence of 1,2,3-TCP in their water supply.

Step 2: Seasonal or Multi-Year Variation in 1,2,3-TCP Levels

Federal monitoring of 1,2,3-TCP in the Gric DPW Sacaton public water system was conducted from March to October 2015, representing a snapshot of multiple months within a single year. The eight samples taken throughout that period detected no levels above the reporting threshold of 0.03 micrograms per liter. This monitoring provides a baseline across seasons but does not capture every variation. Households should note that concentration levels could fluctuate outside the sampling times, emphasizing the need for individual testing to understand their specific situation.

Step 3: How Source Type and Sampling Depth Affect What You Should Expect

The 1,2,3-TCP data available references the public water system as a whole, which aggregates samples from various sources within Area 09’s distribution network. This includes any wells, surface water, or blended sources the system employs. Because the data do not specify sampling locations or depths, they do not precisely indicate what a particular household receives at its tap. Therefore, individual water testing is essential for a household to determine its unique 1,2,3-TCP exposure, considering their water source and plumbing.

Step 4: Judging Treatment Capacity for Household Demand

Households considering treatment for 1,2,3-TCP must evaluate the daily volume of water used against the treatment system’s capability. The Fleck 1,2,3-TCP Filter ships ready to configure and is designed for residential scale, effectively reducing 1,2,3-TCP when present in household water supply. Prospective users should assess their household’s average daily water consumption to ensure the filter meets their demand without compromising flow or filtration efficiency.

Step 5: Understanding What the Measured Range Means Versus Federal Standards

In the Gric DPW Sacaton public water system record, zero detections of 1,2,3-TCP were observed above the reporting level of 0.03 µg/L. There is currently no federal maximum contaminant level (MCL) established for 1,2,3-TCP, so the detected range does not equate to a violation or a health-based limit. Detection means the instrument registers levels above 0.03 µg/L, but no such detection occurred here. This highlights the difference between detection, regulatory limits, and health significance in public water monitoring data.

Closing: The Single Test to Clarify Your Household’s 1,2,3-TCP Status

To determine your household's specific 1,2,3-TCP concentration, order a comprehensive water test focusing on this compound conducted by a certified laboratory. The results will provide a definitive measurement for your private supply. If 1,2,3-TCP is found above the lab’s detection limits, employing a Fleck 1,2,3-TCP Filter can effectively address it, supporting safe and quality water for your home.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2015-10-12. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA UCMR3 monitoring (2013-2015) for Gric DPW Sacaton (090400047), 09: 8 results across 1 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level