Well owners in Fisher County should be aware of nitrate, arsenic, iron, and manganese in their groundwater. These contaminants exceed EPA health standards in this area, so testing your well is important.
These contaminants come from both natural sources and human activity. Arsenic and iron occur naturally in the rock layers below the surface. Nitrate enters groundwater mainly from fertilizers used on farmland and from septic systems, which leach down into the water supply.
Groundwater in Fisher County is marked by moderate iron content from the rock formations underneath. Iron concentrates in this county's groundwater because it dissolves from the rock as water filters down underground. Wells across this county commonly show elevated iron levels.
Wells in Fisher County commonly have arsenic, iron, manganese, and nitrate at levels above EPA health standards. Arsenic exposure over time can increase the risk of cancer and damage organs like the kidneys and liver. Nitrate is especially dangerous for infants and can interfere with how blood carries oxygen. Manganese in high amounts can affect the brain and nervous system.
Iron and manganese in county well water cause orange or brown staining on sinks, bathtubs, and laundry. These minerals can also leave a metallic taste in your water and create discolored spots that are hard to clean. Iron buildup can clog pipes and reduce water flow over time.
We recommend testing your well water with a comprehensive panel since multiple contaminants are found in the county. Your well is different from your neighbor's well--testing is the only way to know what is actually in your water so you can treat it properly. A comprehensive metals and minerals panel typically costs two hundred to four hundred dollars. Iron and manganese removal systems or whole-house filtration can help address these concerns.
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 ⓘ |
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| Nitrate | 16 | 50% | Moderate | High | |
| Arsenic | 23 | 9% | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Iron | 27 | 7% | Moderate | Moderate | |
| Manganese | 23 | 4% | Moderate |
Moderate
Elevated concentration, not % above limit
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| Fluoride | 66 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| Lead | 23 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| Uranium | 3 | 0% | 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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