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Area Data on Iron Presence in Plymouth County Groundwater

The U.S. Geological Survey collected groundwater samples from Plymouth County’s aquifer 112SRFD, providing a regional snapshot of iron levels in wells between 8 and 166 feet deep. While this data reflects multiple well sites, it cannot specify the iron concentration in your individual well. Detecting iron in these samples indicates its natural presence in the aquifer, but does not confirm a problem in your home’s water.

Seasonal and Multi-Year Variation in Iron Levels

Sampling occurred from June 2010 through September 2019 across 17 wells, totaling 35 results. Iron concentrations ranged widely, from 3.8 to 61,700 micrograms per liter, with a median concentration of 20.4 micrograms per liter. Such variability shows iron can fluctuate over time and across the area. Presence below the instrument’s reporting limits was noted in 12 samples, emphasizing that iron detection can be intermittent or at very low levels seasonally or over years.

Maintenance Rhythm of the Fleck Well Rust + Hardness System

The Fleck Well Rust + Hardness System addresses both rust and hardness by combining targeted filtration and softening technologies. Designed to process up to 32,000 grains before regeneration, it requires periodic configuration adjustments for optimal performance. Maintenance involves routine monitoring of system settings and timely replenishment of filtration media or softening agents as they approach capacity to maintain water quality consistency.

Sample Size and Interpretation of Regional Data

The dataset includes 35 results from 17 wells. While this provides a useful regional indication of groundwater iron levels within the aquifer, it is a limited sample for making precise assumptions about any specific well. The broad range indicates localized differences in groundwater chemistry, underscoring the importance of testing your own water to clarify iron and hardness conditions before choosing treatment.

Additional Considerations for Commercial or Industrial Water Users

Commercial or industrial operations may require further analysis beyond residential concerns, including evaluating water volumes, peak usage timing, and potential impact on equipment or processes sensitive to hardness or rust deposits. They often consider higher capacity needs and compliance with industry-specific water quality standards, which may influence system configuration more extensively than typical household applications.

Adjustments for Household Size and Seasonal Water Use

Residential water demand varies widely between small households, larger families, and seasonal occupants or second homes. For larger or seasonal households, water usage patterns affect how quickly water treatment media is consumed. These factors should guide selection of a treatment system with suitable capacity and regeneration schedules to reliably manage rust and hardness without overuse or downtime.

Recommended Next Step: Individual Water Testing

The key step before committing to a treatment system is to test your well water for iron concentration and hardness levels. This test will confirm your water’s specific characteristics, allowing precise comparison to the region’s data and ensuring the chosen solution effectively matches your needs. A reliable iron and hardness test clarifies whether the Fleck Well Rust + Hardness System suits your household’s water quality challenges.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2019-09-05. 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 112SRFD aquifer (Plymouth County): 35 results from 17 wells, median 20.4 ug/L, range 3.8-61700.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold