Groundwater testing in Hendry County shows no contaminants detected above EPA health standards. Contaminant levels here are low across the county.
The surficial aquifer system in this area sits close to the surface and remains relatively protected from major contamination sources. The sandy and mixed soil layers that make up this shallow aquifer drain quickly, and the flat landscape with limited industrial activity keeps pollutants from building up in the groundwater.
The mineral character of groundwater in Hendry County is shaped by the sandy and shell-based soils of the surficial aquifer, which tend to produce water with lower mineral content than deeper limestone aquifers. The absence of thick limestone layers means less calcium and magnesium dissolve into the water as it moves underground. Most wells in this county draw water with unremarkable mineral profiles, though some variation exists from well to well.
The testing data available for Hendry County wells shows no contaminants detected above EPA health standards. This is good news for your water quality in this area. However, the lack of complete mineral data means there may be other concerns worth checking on your property.
Since mineral information is incomplete for the county, you cannot yet know if your well has hard water, high iron, or other minerals that affect daily life. Hard water can leave spots on dishes and scale buildup in pipes. Iron can cause orange or brown staining on fixtures and laundry. High sodium can affect taste and may be a concern for people on restricted diets.
We recommend testing your well water to find out exactly what you are dealing with on your property. Every well is different, and your water may have higher or lower levels than what the county data shows. A basic screening test runs fifty to one hundred dollars and checks for bacteria and nitrate. A comprehensive minerals panel costs two hundred to four hundred dollars and gives you a full picture. Once you know what is in your water, you can decide on treatments like water softeners or iron filters if needed.
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 | 1 | 100% | Low | High ⓘ | |
| Iron | 167 | 56% | High | High | |
| Chloride | 912 | 21% | High | High | |
| Sulfate | 164 | 10% | High | Moderate | |
| Uranium | 56 | 7% | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Nitrate | 95 | 5% | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Manganese | 91 | 3% | Moderate |
Moderate
Elevated concentration, not % above limit
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| Arsenic | 88 | 2% | Moderate | Low | |
| Fluoride | 148 | 1% | High | Low | |
| Lead | 88 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFHxS ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOS ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| HFPO-DA (GenX) ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Nitrite | 74 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFNA ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOA ⓘ municipal | 8 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Sodium | 146 | — | High | Low | |
| pH | 270 | — | High | Low | |
| E. coli | 13* | 0% | Low | Low | |
| Fecal Coliform | 18* | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFBS ⓘ municipal | 8 | — | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Hardness | 236 | — | High | Low | |
| Total Coliform | 31* | 0% | Moderate | 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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