Groundwater in Levy County contains no contaminants detected at levels that exceed EPA health standards. Contaminant levels in this county's wells are low.
The Floridan aquifer system that supplies Levy County's groundwater sits beneath thick layers of rock and clay that act like a shield. These protective layers filter and clean water as it moves down from the surface, keeping harmful substances from reaching the aquifer below. The county's rural character and limited industrial activity also mean fewer sources of contamination near wells.
Data on specific minerals in Levy County's groundwater is not available, so the exact mineral character of your water cannot be stated from testing alone. However, the Floridan aquifer system typically produces groundwater with some mineral content from the rock it passes through. Individual wells in this county vary in their mineral levels, so your water's specific character depends on your well's location and depth.
Good news: wells in Levy County have not shown contaminants exceeding EPA health standards in the available water data. This means the common contaminants that affect other Florida counties do not appear to be a widespread problem here right now.
The data available for Levy County wells does not include detailed mineral information like iron, sodium, or sulfate levels. Without this information, we cannot tell you what quality-of-life concerns are common in the county's wells. Some wells in the area might have minerals that cause staining, scaling, or taste problems, while others may not.
We recommend testing your well to find out exactly what is in your water. Every well is different, and your well's water could be different from what is typical in the county. A basic screening for bacteria and nitrate costs about fifty to one hundred dollars. Testing is the only way to know if your well needs treatment, such as a water softener or filtering system.
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 ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulfate | 994 | 22% | High | High | |
| Iron | 889 | 21% | High | High | |
| Manganese | 869 | 7% | High | Moderate | |
| Chloride | 1242 | 2% | High | Low | |
| Arsenic | 670 | 2% | High | Low | |
| Lead | 670 | 0% | High | Low | |
| Fluoride | 901 | 0% | High | Low | |
| Nitrite | 181 | 0% | High | Low | |
| Radon | 3 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Uranium | 3 | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Nitrate | 54 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| E. coli | 12* | 0% | Low | Low | |
| Fecal Coliform | 14* | 0% | Low | Low | |
| Hardness | 92 | — | Moderate | Low | |
| Total Coliform | 26* | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| pH | 903 | — | High | Low | |
| Sodium | 909 | — | High | 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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