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Interpreting Detected, Median, and Range in Washington County Water Samples

'Detected' Indicates Measured Presence Without Implication

In Washington County's aquifer, iron was detected in 77 of 129 groundwater samples taken from 16 wells between 2010 and 2025. Detection means iron was measurable by instruments, not that it is a violation or unsafe. Fifty-two samples were below the reporting limit, indicating iron was not quantifiable in those cases.

The Median Shows Typical Concentration but Not Individual Well Conditions

The median iron level from these samples is 13.6 micrograms per liter (ug/L), representing the midpoint concentration in the dataset. This value is specific to the sampled wells and does not predict any single well's iron content.

Range Reflects Variability Across Sampled Wells

Iron levels ranged from 4.2 to 281.0 ug/L in wells indexed at depths of 75 to 1000 feet. This wide range illustrates natural variation but does not indicate a health violation because none of these results exceeded federal safety thresholds.

Distinguishing Well Rust and Hardness from Commonly Confused Water Issues

Iron Presence Is Separate from Water Hardness Issues

While rust often relates to iron content, hardness is primarily caused by calcium and magnesium minerals. These are different constituents and require distinct testing. The presence of iron detected in the area's groundwater does not directly reveal hardness levels.

Rust Results from Iron, Not from Other Water Color or Taste Factors

Rust coloration and staining typically arise from iron oxidizing. Other water factors such as sediment or manganese can cause similar appearance changes but are not covered by this regional iron data.

Comparing Washington County’s Water to Neighboring Areas Without Overreading

Regional Differences Highlight Natural Variation Without Predicting Individual Wells

Iron in Washington County wells shows a median of 13.6 ug/L with a range to 281.0 ug/L. Neighboring counties may report higher or lower medians or ranges based on local geology and sampling. These differences should be viewed as general regional characteristics and not assumed to apply exactly to your well.

Sampling Depths Affect Detected Levels but Do Not Define Household Water Quality

Samples from 75 to 1000 feet deep reflect aquifer conditions at those levels. Household wells may differ in depth and makeup, so testing your own water is necessary to confirm specific conditions.

How the Pentair System Addresses Well Rust and Hardness

Designed for Well Rust and Hardness with 32,000 Grain Capacity

The Pentair Well Rust + Hardness System targets iron removal along with hardness management for residential water treatment. It operates to reduce iron-related staining and hardness effects, improving water quality and household appliance longevity.

Ships Ready to Configure for Residential Use

This system arrives ready to connect to your home's water supply and is built to handle up to 32,000 grains of hardness capacity, accommodating typical household water demands effectively.

Additional Considerations for Commercial or Industrial Water Users

Higher Water Volume and Different Treatment Needs

Commercial and industrial users should evaluate their higher water usage and specific iron or hardness requirements beyond a household scale. They may need customized solutions beyond residential systems.

Testing and Monitoring Frequency May Differ

Larger operations often require regular certified laboratory testing of water quality to maintain compliance with applicable regulations and performance standards, unlike typical household routines.

For residential water demands measured by your household, the Pentair Well Rust + Hardness System provides a documented treatment approach addressing the iron and hardness challenges indicated by Washington County’s groundwater data.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2025-04-23. 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 aquifer (Washington County): 129 results from 16 wells, median 13.6 ug/L, range 4.2-281.0 ug/L; none above any federal threshold