Area water quality data offers helpful context but does not replace testing your own well water. In York County, ME, aquifer 112SRFD was sampled at six wells between 2011 and 2019 for total dissolved solids (TDS). The median concentration was 164 mg/L, with a range from 0.24 to 237 mg/L. While these values fall well below any federal thresholds, they reflect general groundwater characteristics and not any single well's condition. Testing your household’s well water is necessary to know your exact TDS level and inform treatment needs.
If you consider plumbing material and age
Water quality issues may sometimes be confused with effects stemming from plumbing. Older or corroded pipes can introduce taste, staining, or discoloration unrelated to groundwater chemistry. The area data focuses on aquifer water before it enters household plumbing and does not account for these factors. Assessing the type and condition of your home's plumbing is an important early step in resolving water concerns separate from aquifer water quality.
If you need to distinguish total dissolved solids from other water problems
Total dissolved solids differ from common issues like iron or sediment presence. Whereas iron causes staining and sediment causes cloudiness or grit, TDS relates to minerals and salts dissolved in water that can affect taste or scaling. York County’s aquifer TDS sampling reveals moderate levels without exceeding federal limits, indicating that TDS is unlikely to be at problematic levels for many homes. Other constituents would require separate testing to rule in or out.
If you want to proceed from easiest checks to lab analysis
- Start by reviewing your plumbing and fixtures for discoloration or deposits not consistent with source water.
- Next, collect your household water sample following certified laboratory instructions.
- Request a comprehensive test including total dissolved solids and any other suspected parameters.
- Use the test results to compare against York County aquifer data and federal guidelines.
This order helps avoid unnecessary treatment and targets specific concerns based on observed conditions and lab-confirmed data.
If you leave elevated total dissolved solids untreated for years
Persistently elevated total dissolved solids may cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances, affecting efficiency and longevity. Taste alterations or slight staining may occur but no direct health risk arises solely from TDS below federal thresholds. York County’s aquifer levels suggest typical mineral content unlikely to cause severe issues, yet individual wells might vary. Addressing TDS issues timely can prevent gradual mechanical and aesthetic effects on household water systems.
If you want to size treatment capacity for your household demand
After confirming the need for treatment based on your well water test, sizing capacity depends on daily household water use. The Fleck Complete Well System offers a grain capacity of 32,000, supporting treatment that sufficiently handles typical residential flows while accommodating the mineral load identified via testing. Choosing an appropriate capacity balances initial expense with long-term system efficiency and service life.
In summary, regional groundwater data provides a useful overview but personal well testing remains essential to confirm water quality. Consider plumbing factors, distinguish total dissolved solids from other issues, proceed from simple checks to lab tests, and select treatment capacity based on verified household demand using documented system specifications. The Fleck Complete Well System ships ready to configure for those seeking reliable treatment matched to well water conditions in York County’s aquifer 112SRFD.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2019-07-24. 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 112SRFD aquifer (York County): 6 results from 1 wells, median 164.0 mg/L, range 0.24-237.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold
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