Fleck Total Well Chlorination System

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If You Notice Variable Water Quality Symptoms at Home

The groundwater serving Salt Lake County primarily draws from aquifer 100VLFL, where water travels through underground rock layers before emerging at your well and then your taps. Households sometimes experience water quality changes that may suggest elevated total dissolved solids, which includes minerals like calcium and magnesium. Common points of impact can be on taste, appliance efficiency, or minor scaling, but these alone do not diagnose your specific well's condition.

Symptoms such as occasional cloudiness, mineral deposits, or a slight change in water feel can align with higher total constituents. However, other issues like plumbing or external sources might cause similar symptoms. Testing your own well water remains the necessary step to confirm if total dissolved solids are a factor.

If Water Quality in This Area Fluctuates Over Seasons or Years

Government sampling of 59 wells in Salt Lake County’s aquifer 100VLFL from August 2010 through December 2021 recorded total dissolved solids expressed as hardness (calcium plus magnesium) concentrations. The data show a wide range from 44.5 mg/L to 1420 mg/L, with a median of 500 mg/L. These figures indicate that total dissolved solids can vary considerably depending on well depth, location, and time, likely influenced by natural changes in water flow and mineral content.

Understanding this variability can help set realistic expectations for water quality changes year to year. The recorded values did not exceed any federal safety thresholds, so the area-wide data reflect natural variations rather than contamination.

If You Wonder How This Area Compares with Nearby Counties

When comparing the total dissolved solids in Salt Lake County to neighboring areas, consider the sampling scope and local geology. Differences in aquifer composition or depth can result in distinct ranges for hardness and mineral content. Directly comparing median and range values without considering these factors can mislead interpretation. The Salt Lake County data set is well-documented and represents a broad set of wells, providing a solid baseline for understanding local conditions.

If You Are Curious How Total Dissolved Constituents Enter Your Groundwater

Calcium and magnesium, the main contributors to total dissolved solids measured as hardness, naturally dissolve from minerals in rock formations that feed the aquifer 100VLFL. Water passing through these rocks picks up these minerals gradually, which accounts for the hardness levels found. Because sampling included wells ranging from 23 to 1385 feet deep, the concentration varies by depth and geology.

There is no indication from the data that human activity is causing exceedances or health risks related to these constituents. Instead, these are typically natural characteristics of groundwater in this region.

If You Want to Understand the Median and Range from a Homeowner’s Perspective

The median hardness value of 500 mg/L means half the sampled wells had values above and half below this point. Because values span widely from 44.5 to 1420 mg/L, some homes may experience softer water, while others have much harder water. For a household, this means there can be significant difference in water characteristics between close locations or even over time in one well.

Interpreting these area figures helps you understand that your water may fall anywhere within this range, underscoring the importance of a private water test to determine your specific condition.

If You Need to Match Treatment Capacity to Your Household Demand

Treatment systems should be sized based on your household’s daily water use and the level of total dissolved solids requiring address. For example, a household using typical daily quantities might consider a system providing up to 32,000 grains capacity, which offers robust treatment for substantial total dissolved solids loads typical in this area.

Measuring your daily water consumption first allows you to select a treatment solution aligned with your needs, avoiding over- or under-sizing.

Choosing the Right Solution

Considering the data and household demand, the Fleck Total Well Chlorination System ships ready to configure with a grain capacity of 32,000. It is documented to handle total constituent levels consistent with those seen across Salt Lake County’s aquifer 100VLFL. Evaluating your own water test results alongside your daily water usage will help determine if this system meets your total well water treatment needs.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2021-12-08. 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 100VLFL aquifer (Salt Lake County): 123 results from 59 wells, median 500.0 mg/L, range 44.5-1420.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold