Government water quality sampling in Lancaster County, specifically from aquifer 112SDGVD, shows that calcium and magnesium concentrations — the minerals contributing to water hardness — have a median value of 332.0 mg/L, based on 32 samples from nine wells taken between mid-2010 and late 2011. These wells were 40 to 280 feet deep, reflecting the groundwater conditions available to many private wells in the area. No sample exceeded federal safety thresholds.
Belief: Public Water System Records Are the Same as Private Well Water Tests
Many households think that government records on public systems can replace testing their own wells. However, the data referenced here reflect a regional groundwater aquifer, not individual wells or municipal supplies. Private well water quality can vary due to well depth, construction, and local geology. To understand the water specific to your home, direct testing of your well water by a certified laboratory is necessary.
Belief: Knowing Just Water Hardness Is Enough Before Selecting Treatment
Before deciding on a water treatment approach for dry skin concerns, it is important to document the hardness levels in your own water source. Write down your total hardness in mg/L, results for calcium and magnesium, and whether your water contains other minerals or compounds that may affect skin or water quality. This information helps ensure your chosen treatment addresses your household’s actual water profile.
Belief: Industrial Water Use Concerns Apply Equally to Household Decisions
Commercial and industrial operators often consider factors like water volume, treatment capacity, and process-specific water quality needs which do not usually apply to residential households. For a home, the focus is primarily on improving water characteristics that can impact skin comfort without requiring large-scale water flow management.
Belief: Comparing This Area’s Water Data to Neighboring Counties Indicates More or Less Problematic Conditions
It is common to compare regional water quality data between counties to anticipate potential treatment needs. However, differences in mineral concentrations between adjacent areas do not necessarily predict your home’s water quality. Aquifer characteristics and well construction vary locally, so avoid overreading comparisons beyond the documented sampling scope.
Belief: Treated Water Is Immediately the Same at Every Tap After Equipment Use
The Fleck Dry, Itchy Skin System ships ready to configure and changes how water interacts with your skin by addressing mineral content affecting dryness and irritation. However, the characteristics of treated water at your taps may vary slightly due to plumbing configuration and water usage patterns. Regular monitoring of your water quality after treatment helps maintain expected improvements.
Belief: Treatment Needs Are Identical for All Household Sizes and Property Types
For larger households, second homes, or seasonal properties in Lancaster County, water treatment strategies may need adjustment. Higher water demand or intermittent use can influence the effectiveness and maintenance frequency of treatment systems. Consider these factors when evaluating options to manage dry skin related to your home’s water.
Addressing dry skin caused by mineral-rich water in Lancaster County begins with understanding your individual water quality through testing. The Fleck Dry, Itchy Skin System offers a documented solution designed to adapt to the demand levels you identify in your water profile, improving comfort without relying solely on regional averages.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2011-10-12. 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 Hardness, Ca, Mg in the 112SDGVD aquifer (Lancaster County): 32 results from 9 wells, median 332.0 mg/L, range 166.0-749.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold
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