Fleck Perchlorate Filter

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If you notice unexplained changes in your water's taste or you suspect perchlorate presence

Perchlorate is a naturally occurring and man-made chemical that can sometimes show up in water sources due to environmental factors. If your household water taste or clarity prompts concern, it is important to know that public water systems are monitored to document perchlorate levels. In Rolla, MO, the local public water system serving Phelps County follows federal monitoring rules, offering data collected over multiple years to inform residents.

How regularly does the Fleck Perchlorate Filter need attention to keep working well?

The Fleck Perchlorate Filter system ships ready to configure for home use and is designed with a straightforward maintenance schedule. Typically, periodic checks and refreshes of the filter media or system components are recommended to maintain optimal removal capacity. This rhythm varies with water usage and system conditions but is generally consistent for household demand, ensuring the filter continues to reduce perchlorate effectively over time without frequent intervention.

What does the Fleck System do to reduce perchlorate in your water?

This treatment uses specialized filtration technology to address perchlorate by attracting and removing it from the water as it passes through the media. The Fleck Perchlorate Filter targets perchlorate molecules, reducing their presence in the water delivered to your taps. While it does not change the water chemistry beyond perchlorate removal, it supports household water quality by addressing this specific constituent.

How does perchlorate appear and fluctuate in Rolla’s water supply according to government data?

Between late 2002 and mid-2003, the EPA's unregulated contaminant monitoring rule sampled the Rolla public water system 30 times for perchlorate. None of these samples showed perchlorate above the reporting level of 4.0 micrograms per liter. These results reflect a snapshot over several months and suggest that perchlorate, if present, was below EPA's detection limits during that period. While no established federal maximum contaminant level (MCL) exists for perchlorate, monitoring results help track its status over time.

What are the common sources of perchlorate in Phelps County groundwater and the distribution network?

Perchlorate can enter groundwater through environmental processes and from past use of perchlorate-containing materials, such as certain fertilizers or propellants. In Phelps County, the Rolla water system relies on groundwater sources, making it important to understand that perchlorate presence can stem from natural or human factors impacting the aquifers feeding the public supply. Once in groundwater, perchlorate moves with water flow into the distribution system.

What information should you collect before seeking advice on treating perchlorate?

• Your home's water test results specifically measuring perchlorate concentration, taken from a certified laboratory.
• Details about your water source, such as whether your home is connected to the public water system or uses a private well.
• Any known treatment systems already in place for water quality concerns.
• Information about water usage patterns and household size to understand demand.

What are the potential consequences of ignoring perchlorate presence in household water for an extended period?

Leaving perchlorate unaddressed could mean continued exposure to this chemical, which some studies link to effects on thyroid function in sensitive populations. However, the absence of perchlorate detections above reporting levels in Rolla’s public water system records suggests low likelihood of significant concentrations. Still, homeowners relying on private wells or concerned by unexplained water quality issues might consider testing and treatment options to mitigate any potential risk.

What is the definitive step to clarify if perchlorate affects your household water in Rolla?

Ordering a laboratory test specifically measuring perchlorate levels in your home's water supply is the only way to know your individual water condition. This test should come from a certified lab and provide results relative to the established reporting threshold to determine if treatment with a Fleck Perchlorate Filter would be beneficial for your household.

Where this information comes from

Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2003-06-04. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.

On record: EPA UCMR1 monitoring (2001-2005) for ROLLA (MO3010700), MO: 30 results across 1 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level