Groundwater in Jenkins County contains chloride and fluoride as the main contaminants well owners should know about. The good news is that contaminant levels here are low and do not exceed EPA health standards.
These minerals come from the rock layers underground in this area. The local geology naturally contributes small amounts of chloride and fluoride to the groundwater as water moves through the different rock types beneath Jenkins County.
Groundwater in this county is moderately hard, driven by calcium and magnesium minerals in the water. This moderate hardness is common across wells throughout Jenkins County because of the mineral-rich rock that groundwater passes through as it moves underground.
Good news: wells in Jenkins County are not showing health risks from bacteria, nitrates, or other contaminants that exceed EPA drinking water standards. You do not need to worry about dangerous levels of those common problems in your area.
Wells in this county do have moderate hardness, which means you might see white scale buildup on faucets and fixtures, spots on dishes after washing, or reduced lather from soap and shampoo. The minerals can also shorten the lifespan of water heaters and dishwashers over time.
Testing is the only way to know what is actually in your well, since every well is different and yours could have higher or lower mineral levels than the county average. We recommend getting a comprehensive minerals and hardness test done so you understand your specific water and can treat it if needed. Water softeners or other filtration systems can address hardness concerns.
| Contaminant | Samples ⓘ | % Above MCL ⓘ | Distribution ⓘ | Confidence ⓘ | Risk ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HFPO-DA (GenX) ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Nitrite | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOA ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Chloride | 9 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Iron | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Fluoride | 7 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Iron | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Chloride | 9 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Radon | 2 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Uranium | 2 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Manganese | 3 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Nitrate | 6 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| PFHxS ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOS ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Sulfate | 7 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| PFBS ⓘ municipal | 8 | — | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Hardness | 7 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| pH | 8 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Sodium | 7 | — | Low | Low ⓘ |
MCL = Maximum Contaminant Level (EPA limit for public water; used as benchmark for private wells). Distribution shows % of sampled wells in each concentration band. Methodology.
* Microbial contaminants (E. coli, coliform) reflect only samples from the last 10 years.
Data shows potential risk — a certified test confirms whether your water is affected.
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