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How the Autotrol Complete Well System Treats Total Dissolved Solids

Reduction of dissolved solids through filtration and ion exchange

The Autotrol Complete Well System is designed to reduce total dissolved solids (TDS) commonly found in groundwater. By processing water through a specialized media capable of trapping and exchanging minerals, the system lowers the concentration of various dissolved substances that affect taste, staining, and corrosivity.

Maintaining system effectiveness within documented capacity

This system handles up to 32,000 grains, ensuring capacity aligns with the typical range of dissolved solids documented in Bernalillo County aquifers. It ensures ongoing performance for domestic water use needs without frequent media replacement.

Variation of Water Quality with Well Depth and Source

Sampling from 100 to 1,630 feet deep wells

Regional water samples represent a range of well depths, from shallow to deep. Deeper wells may exhibit different dissolved solids profiles due to geological variations, so water quality can depend significantly on the well’s specific depth and local conditions.

Surface influence versus deep aquifer consistency

Groundwater closer to surface layers may pick up varied dissolved solids concentrations from soil and surface water interactions, while deeper aquifers tend to have more stable water chemistry. Understanding your well's depth helps anticipate water treatment needs.

Sample Size and Data Reliability for Bernalillo County Aquifer

Over 1,000 samples from 16 wells

The US Geological Survey collected 1,091 total dissolved solids measurements from 16 wells in Bernalillo County's aquifer 112SNTFU between 2013 and 2024. This extensive sample base provides a solid regional overview but may not reflect individual well conditions precisely.

Statistical median and range

The median dissolved solids concentration measured was 224.0 mg/L, with individual results ranging from 0.25 to 454.0 mg/L. No federal thresholds were exceeded in the sampling, indicating compliance with health-related standards regionally.

Considerations for Households of Different Sizes or Types

Adjusting treatment capacity for larger households

Households with higher daily water use may approach the capacity limit of a 32,000-grain system faster. Monitoring water consumption helps determine if additional treatment capacity or maintenance intervals are needed.

Second homes or seasonal use factors

Properties used intermittently might experience varying water quality changes due to stagnation or aquifer recharge cycles. Periodic water testing is advisable to adjust treatment timing effectively.

Information to Gather Before Seeking Treatment Advice

Obtain a certified water test for your well

Since regional data cannot specify your well's exact water quality, a laboratory test of your own water supply is essential. Testing for total dissolved solids and other minerals will guide accurate treatment decisions.

Document well depth and usage patterns

Knowing your well's depth and how often water is used assists in matching treatment system capabilities to your household's circumstances.

Record any water quality symptoms observed

Note visible signs such as taste changes, staining, or scaling. While these may relate to dissolved solids, only testing can confirm the cause and appropriate solution.

Assessing Treatment Capacity Relative to Daily Water Demand

Estimate daily water consumption

Calculating your household’s average daily water use assists in determining if the Autotrol Complete Well System’s 32,000-grain capacity aligns with your needs.

Compare grain capacity to regional TDS median

Using the regional median dissolved solids concentration as a reference point helps estimate how many gallons of water can be treated before system regeneration or media replacement is needed.

What Regional Aquifer Data Does Not Reveal About Your Well

Regional data cannot specify individual well conditions

While USGS sampling offers valuable context for Bernalillo County aquifer water quality, it cannot pinpoint your well’s exact dissolved solids level or other constituents.

Detections do not indicate violations or unsafe water

All recorded dissolved solids values were below federal limits, highlighting no regional health-based violations. Detections simply reflect presence and quantity but do not alone define safety or compliance.

Testing your own water remains essential

Because individual wells may vary widely, only a certified test of your own water supply can confirm specific treatment requirements and system suitability.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2024-10-17. 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 Total dissolved solids in the 112SNTFU aquifer (Bernalillo County): 1091 results from 16 wells, median 224.0 mg/L, range 0.25-454.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold