How This Treatment Technology Addresses Total Mineral Content in Well Water
Total well water often contains elevated levels of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, which contribute to what is measured as 'total constituents' or total dissolved solids. In the San Juan County area aquifer 110AVMB, government sampling found a median mineral content of 1190 mg/L, with a range from 644 to 1750 mg/L. While none of these measurements exceed federal safety thresholds, the concentration can affect household plumbing and appliances, reducing the effectiveness of conventional equipment designed for lower mineral loads.
The Fleck Total Well Chlorination System employs a process that neutralizes the impact of these minerals by oxidizing and precipitating them out of the water before it reaches taps and appliances. This system ships ready to configure and offers a grain capacity of 32,000, meaning it can handle a significant mineral load before requiring regeneration. This capacity supports continuous operation for households experiencing higher total mineral concentrations than their existing treatment equipment can manage effectively.
Steps to Evaluate Your Water and Identify Treatment Needs
Begin with the most accessible diagnostics: visually inspect faucets, fixtures, and appliances for scaling, spotting, or reduced flow, which can indicate elevated total dissolved minerals. Next, consider checking household water usage patterns to assess if increased mineral loads correlate with treatment system delays or failures.
To obtain specific data, arrange laboratory testing of your own well water focusing on total dissolved solids and concentrations of calcium and magnesium. Remember, government sampling provides area-wide data but not specifics of your well. Testing confirms your water's unique composition, enabling selection and sizing of appropriate treatment.
Comparing San Juan County Aquifer Data to Neighboring Regions
Government records for the 110AVMB aquifer in San Juan County show a median mineral content well within safety limits but at levels that can challenge typical residential treatment systems. When comparing this to adjacent counties or different aquifers, look for differences in median and range values of total mineral content. A neighboring area with lower median values may experience less scaling and mineral buildup, affecting treatment demands. Avoid assuming your well matches regional data exactly; use area data to inform expectations but rely on personal testing for decisions.
Changes in Treated Water Quality After Using the Documented Technology
Once the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System is in operation, expect a noticeable reduction in mineral-related issues. Water will feel smoother and reduce scale deposits on plumbing and appliances, potentially extending their lifespan. The clarity and taste of water are typically improved, as oxidized minerals are removed or neutralized. This system enhances the performance of household water flows by managing mineral content before it reaches taps.
Understanding 'Detected,' 'Median,' and 'Range' in Water Sampling Results
The terms seen in government data reflect sampling outcomes rather than individual water quality guarantees. 'Detected' means that the mineral was measured in all samples from nine wells sampled between 2010 and 2025 at depths of 35 to 68 feet. The 'median' of 1190 mg/L represents the middle value when all 229 measurements are ordered, giving a typical concentration in the aquifer. The 'range' from 644 to 1750 mg/L shows the spread between the lowest and highest detected mineral concentrations, indicating variability across wells and times.
None of these numbers imply a safety issue; all are below federal thresholds. They serve to inform residents and technicians about typical mineral content to expect in the regional groundwater.
Assessing Treatment Capacity for Your Household’s Daily Water Demand
Choosing a treatment system requires matching its capacity to your household’s average and peak water use. The Fleck system's grain capacity of 32,000 indicates it can effectively process a high load of total minerals before regeneration is needed. To estimate demand, consider the number of residents, daily water activities, and any additional usage from landscaping or other sources.
If your existing treatment equipment can no longer keep pace with mineral loads evidenced by buildup or service interruptions, upgrading to a system with substantial capacity like the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System can restore water quality and protect plumbing infrastructure.
Summary: For San Juan County households dealing with persistent elevated total mineral concentrations beyond what their current equipment manages, the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System offers a robust treatment capacity, ready to be configured to your water demand after confirming your well’s water profile through testing.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2025-09-19. 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 110AVMB aquifer (San Juan County): 229 results from 9 wells, median 1190.0 mg/L, range 644.0-1750.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold
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