Groundwater in Treutlen County contains radon, manganese, and arsenic. Manganese and radon are present at levels that exceed EPA health standards, which means well owners should be aware of these contaminants.
These contaminants come from the rocks beneath the county. Radon forms naturally as uranium in the soil breaks down over time. Manganese and arsenic are released into groundwater as water moves slowly through the mixed sandy and gravelly materials that make up the surficial aquifer in this area.
Groundwater in this county is hard, driven by elevated calcium and magnesium from the rock layers below. The surficial aquifer's sandy and gravelly composition releases these minerals as water passes through. Hard water is common across most wells in the county.
Manganese and radon exceed EPA health standards in wells across this county. Manganese exposure over time can harm the brain and nervous system, especially in children whose brains are still developing. Radon is a radioactive gas that enters water from rocks underground and raises lung cancer risk when you breathe it in from showers and other water use.
Hard water is common in Treutlen County wells and will leave scale buildup on pipes and fixtures. You may notice white or cloudy deposits on faucets and in your shower. This hard water can shorten the lifespan of water heaters and dishwashers. You might also taste a slightly chalky or mineral flavor in your drinking water.
Every well in this county is different, and your well could have higher or lower levels than the county average. Testing is the only way to know what is actually in your water so you can treat it properly. We recommend a comprehensive metals and radon panel, which typically costs between two hundred and four hundred dollars. Depending on results, treatment options include radon ventilation systems and water softening or filtering equipment.
Not sure if your well is affected? Get certified results in 5–7 days.
Test Your Well Water with Tap Score →| Contaminant | Samples ⓘ | % Above MCL ⓘ | Distribution ⓘ | Confidence ⓘ | Risk ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radon | 3 | 33% | Low | High ⓘ | |
| Manganese | 4 | 25% | Low | High ⓘ | |
| Arsenic | 3 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Fluoride | 8 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Nitrite | 4 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Hardness | 8 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| pH | 8 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Sodium | 8 | — | 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.
Order a Tap Score Test →Population-level CDC data. Not individual risk prediction.
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