Groundwater in Haskell County contains fluoride, iron, manganese, and nitrate at levels that exceed EPA health standards. These contaminant levels are concerning enough to warrant attention and testing.
The rock formations beneath this county naturally release iron and manganese as water moves through them underground. Nitrate enters from agricultural activity and septic systems in the area. Fluoride also occurs naturally in the local rock.
Groundwater in this county is marked by elevated iron and manganese, which come from the bedrock as water sits in contact with the rocks over time. These mineral concentrations are common across wells in Haskell County and across the surrounding region.
Wells in Haskell County commonly contain fluoride, iron, manganese, and nitrate at levels that exceed EPA health standards. Fluoride at elevated levels can damage children's tooth enamel during development. Nitrate is dangerous for babies and can interfere with how blood carries oxygen in young children. Iron and manganese can affect the nervous system when consumed at high concentrations over time.
Iron in county well water creates orange or brown staining on fixtures, laundry, and dishes that is hard to remove. You may notice a metallic or bitter taste in the water. These stains and taste problems get worse over time as iron buildup increases in your home's pipes and appliances.
We recommend testing your well because every well is different, and your water could have higher or lower levels than what is common in the county. A comprehensive metals and minerals panel typically costs $200 to $400 and is the only way to know what is actually in your well so it can be properly treated. Depending on test results, treatment options like iron filters or nitrate removal systems can address the contaminants found in your specific well.
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 ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate | 21 | 71% | Moderate | High | |
| Manganese | 111 | 13% | High | Moderate | |
| Iron | 122 | 12% | High | Moderate | |
| Fluoride | 605 | 0% | High | Low | |
| Arsenic | 55 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| HFPO-DA (GenX) ⓘ municipal | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Lead | 55 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFHxS ⓘ municipal | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFNA ⓘ municipal | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOA ⓘ municipal | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| PFOS ⓘ municipal | 3 | 0% | Low | Safe ⓘ | |
| Uranium | 18 | 0% | Moderate | Low | |
| PFBS ⓘ municipal | 3 | — | Low | Safe ⓘ |
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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