Groundwater in Walton County contains chloride and fluoride, along with moderate iron. All contaminant levels here are low and below EPA health standards, so there are no health concerns from these chemicals.
These minerals come from the crystalline rock that lies beneath the county. Chloride and fluoride naturally dissolve from the rock as water moves slowly through it underground. The rock type here does not produce high levels of salt or other harmful substances, which is why contamination stays low across the region.
Groundwater in this county is soft, with only moderate iron as a notable mineral. The crystalline rock underneath does not contain the limestone or other minerals that would make water hard or add calcium and magnesium. These soft-water characteristics are common across wells throughout Walton County.
Good news: wells in Walton County do not show contaminants exceeding EPA health standards. Your county's groundwater is in good shape when it comes to serious health threats. This means you do not need to worry about dangerous bacteria or chemicals that could make you sick.
Wells in this county have soft water, which is actually a benefit. You will not deal with heavy scale buildup on faucets or inside pipes. Iron levels are moderate, so you might see some orange or brown staining on fixtures or laundry, though this varies from well to well. Overall, Walton County wells should not cause major problems with water taste, odor, or appliance damage.
We recommend testing your specific well to know exactly what you are dealing with. Every well is different, and yours could have higher or lower levels than the county average. A basic screen costs fifty to one hundred dollars and checks bacteria and common minerals. Testing is the only way to understand what treatment, if any, your well needs.
| Contaminant | Samples ⓘ | % Above MCL ⓘ | Distribution ⓘ | Confidence ⓘ | Risk ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Lead | 2 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Manganese | 2 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| PFHxS ⓘ municipal | 30 | 0% | Moderate | Safe | |
| PFOS ⓘ municipal | 30 | 0% | Moderate | Safe | |
| Sulfate | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Chloride | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Iron | 2 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| PFNA ⓘ municipal | 30 | 0% | Moderate | Safe | |
| PFOA ⓘ municipal | 30 | 0% | Moderate | Safe | |
| Uranium | 1 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Nitrate | 4 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| PFBS ⓘ municipal | 30 | — | Moderate | Low | |
| Hardness | 4 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| pH | 5 | — | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Sodium | 4 | — | 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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