Groundwater in Camden County contains iron, manganese, arsenic, lead, chloride, sulfate, nitrate, nitrite, PFOA, PFNA, PFOS, and radon. Many of these contaminants exceed EPA health standards, making this a serious water quality concern.
The Northern Atlantic Coastal Plain aquifer here is made of sand and gravel layers mixed with clay. Iron and manganese dissolve naturally from the rock as water moves through these layers underground. Lead, arsenic, chloride, sulfate, and nitrate enter from industrial activity, road salt, and agricultural runoff. PFOA, PFNA, and PFOS are industrial chemicals that have contaminated groundwater in this region.
Groundwater in this county is moderately hard, with elevated iron and manganese as the main aesthetic character. These metals dissolve naturally from the sandy and gravelly aquifer material as groundwater flows through it. Iron and manganese are common across wells in Camden County.
Wells in Camden County contain several contaminants that exceed EPA health standards. Arsenic, lead, and radon can harm your body over time with long-term exposure. Nitrate and nitrite affect how your blood carries oxygen. PFOA, PFOS, and PFNA are industrial chemicals linked to health concerns. Manganese can affect the nervous system, especially in children. Chloride and sulfate at elevated levels can pose risks for people with certain health conditions.
County wells show moderate hardness, which means you may notice white scale buildup on fixtures and reduced soap lather. Iron levels are elevated, so you could see rust-colored stains on sinks, toilets, and laundry. Your water might taste slightly metallic or have a mineral flavor. Over time, mineral deposits can shorten the lifespan of water heaters and dishwashers.
Every well is different, and your water may contain higher or lower levels than what is common in the county. Testing is the only way to know what is actually in your well so it can be properly treated. We recommend a comprehensive metals and minerals panel, which typically costs $200-400. Treatment options like activated carbon filters and water softeners can address multiple concerns once you know your results.
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 ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron | 986 | 56% | High | High | |
| Manganese | 975 | 53% | High | High | |
| PFOA ⓘ municipal | 126 | 13% | High | Moderate | |
| PFOS ⓘ municipal | 127 | 7% | High | Moderate | |
| Arsenic | 308 | 2% | High | Low | |
| Radon | 59 | 2% | Moderate | Low ⓘ | |
| Chloride | 1447 | 2% | High | Low | |
| Lead | 296 | 1% | High | Low | |
| Nitrate | 664 | 1% | High | Low | |
| PFNA ⓘ municipal | 126 | 1% | High | Low | |
| Sulfate | 1021 | 1% | High | Low | |
| Nitrite | 362 | 1% | High | Low | |
| Fluoride | 869 | 0% | High | Low | |
| HFPO-DA (GenX) ⓘ municipal | 127 | 0% | High | Safe | |
| Uranium | 97 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFHxS ⓘ municipal | 126 | 0% | High | Low | |
| PFBS ⓘ municipal | 127 | — | High | Low | |
| pH | 1077 | — | High | Low | |
| E. coli | 1* | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Hardness | 1000 | — | High | Low | |
| Total Coliform | 1* | 0% | Low | Low ⓘ | |
| Sodium | 979 | — | 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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