Fleck Corrosive Water Damaging Pipes Filter

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Government groundwater sampling in the Whatcom County aquifer shows chloride was detected in all 1194 results from 68 wells tested between November 2011 and May 2015. Results ranged from 1.18 to 153.0 mg/L, with a median concentration of 14.4 mg/L. None of these results exceeded any federal health-based thresholds.

How Treated Water Differs at the Tap with the Fleck System

Reduction of Dissolved Constituents Impacting Corrosivity

The Fleck Corrosive Water Damaging Pipes Filter uses a proprietary method to reduce factors contributing to pipe corrosion, improving water stability.

Prevention of Pipe Deterioration and Leaching

Treated water is less likely to degrade household plumbing materials, decreasing the chance of metals leaching into water from pipes.

Improved Longevity of Water Fixtures

Water conditioned by this filter protects faucets, valves, and other fixtures from corrosive damage that can cause leaks or failure.

Questions Unique to Commercial or Industrial Operators

Impact of Water Volume and Flow on Corrosion

Large-scale operations must assess how water usage rates may alter corrosive effects differently than residential flow.

Effect on Specialized Equipment Materials

Commercial equipment made of sensitive metals may require additional protective measures beyond household considerations.

Regulatory Compliance for Industrial Discharges

Operators should consider how corrosion treatment aligns with local regulations concerning water discharge and environmental impact.

Fixtures, Appliances, or Processes Affected First and Why

Metal Pipe Interiors

Corrosive water initially degrades pipe linings most visibly, accelerating wear and creating potential leaks.

Water Heaters

Corrosion can lead to premature water heater failure due to interior tank damage and sediment accumulation.

Faucet Aerators and Showerheads

These fixtures often show early signs of corrosion with buildup and reduced water flow.

Example: Interpreting Median and Range from the Whatcom County Data

Median Chloride at 14.4 mg/L Indicates Typical Aquifer Conditions

This median level suggests chloride is commonly present but within ranges consistent with non-corrosive household water in this area.

Range from 1.18 to 153.0 mg/L Shows Local Variability

Some wells show higher chloride levels, but none exceed federal health-based limits; individual well testing is required to verify specific household water quality.

No Wells Exceed Federal Health Thresholds for Chloride

This record indicates the aquifer water sampled is not subject to regulatory violation for chloride concentration.

Comparing Whatcom County’s Record to Neighboring Counties

Consider Differences in Aquifer Depth and Well Construction

Variations in sampling depth (4 to 24 feet here) can affect constituent levels relative to neighboring aquifers.

Account for Sampling Periods and Number of Wells Tested

Compare sampling scope like the 68 wells and 1194 samples in Whatcom County to the neighboring area’s similarly detailed records.

Look for Differences in Median and Range Rather Than Individual Extremes

Median and overall range provide a more reliable comparison metric than isolated high or low results.

This information summarizes chloride measurements from wells sampled in the Whatcom County aquifer between 2011 and 2015, based on data from the U.S. Geological Survey groundwater monitoring program. For details, visit the official government source at waterdata.usgs.gov.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2015-05-26. 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 Chloride in the aquifer (Whatcom County): 1194 results from 68 wells, median 14.4 mg/L, range 1.18-153.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold