A typical laboratory test report for iron in water will list concentrations in micrograms per liter (ug/L) or parts per billion, accompanied by the depth of the well sampled and the sampling date. For Harvey County, Kansas, government-collected data from the U.S. Geological Survey reveals measurements of iron in the local aquifer known as N100HGHPLN, sampled between 2010 and 2014 from wells 49 to 116 feet deep. This information is a regional overview, not a specific reading for any individual household’s water supply.
How the C-Series System Removes Iron and Hardness from Household Water
The C-Series Iron + Hard Water System uses advanced water-treatment technology designed to reduce iron content and address hardness. Iron in water may cause reddish-brown staining and affect taste. Hardness—measured by dissolved minerals like calcium and magnesium—can cause scale buildup on plumbing and reduce soap effectiveness. The C-Series System treats these issues by filtering and conditioning the water before it reaches household taps. It ships ready to configure, providing a residential solution with a high grain capacity suitable for typical household demands, helping maintain clearer water, softer fabrics, and improved appliance longevity.
What Changes for Different Household Types in Harvey County
Larger households or properties used seasonally may experience varied water usage patterns that affect treatment needs. A second home not continuously occupied could require considerations around water stagnation or periodic water quality testing. The C-Series System’s capacity and technology address these variables by offering consistent iron and hardness control across varying consumption levels. Homeowners in Harvey County should know that while regional data indicates certain median iron levels, their individual water usage and source characteristics may vary, underscoring the value of tailored water testing and treatment sizing.
Why Aesthetic Secondary Standards Differ from Health-Based Limits for Iron
Iron concentrations detected in Harvey County aquifer samples ranged from 350 to 4590 ug/L with a median near 2120 ug/L. These levels do not breach any federal health-based standard, as iron is regulated primarily under secondary aesthetic standards related to taste, staining, and clarity rather than health risk. Exceeding these secondary thresholds may cause staining on fixtures or laundry discoloration, but it is not considered a safety violation. Understanding this difference helps homeowners interpret their water test results realistically without unnecessary alarm.
What 'Detected', 'Median', and 'Range' Mean in the Regional Sampling Record
'Detected' indicates that iron was measured above the laboratory reporting limit in all eight samples from two separate wells in the aquifer over the four-year sampling period. The 'median' of 2120 ug/L represents the middle value of these measurements, showing a central tendency rather than an exact condition of any one well. The 'range' from 350 to 4590 ug/L shows variability across wells and time. None of these figures should be interpreted as an individual household’s iron concentration without specific testing of that property’s water.
What the Measured Range Shows Against Federal Standards — and What It Does Not Show
The iron values measured in Harvey County’s aquifer samples did not exceed any federal health-related limits. This confirms that iron, while present, was not found at unsafe concentrations in this regional data set. However, the presence of iron at these levels may still require treatment to improve aesthetics and reduce potential staining. It is important to recognize what the data does not indicate: the health safety of a specific well or tap water cannot be confirmed from regional samples alone. Personal water testing is essential for household decisions.
This summary reflects U.S. Geological Survey groundwater sampling data from Harvey County’s N100HGHPLN aquifer, collected from 2010 to 2014. Detailed government records are available at the USGS water data portal to verify and explore local water quality further.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2014-10-29. 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 Iron in the N100HGHPLN aquifer (Harvey County): 8 results from 2 wells, median 2120.0 ug/L, range 350.0-4590.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold