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Home My WebLink AboutSAM-03-2023-191977.TIF CO Case# SAM-03-2023-191977 t6.4 CATAWBA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT v � 5, Environmental Health Section 1001.5611 .. 1$4 sM ft s/,-et di., 03/23/2023 WATER SAMPLE FIELD REPORT Applicant YOLANDA REESE,3653 LAKE BLUFF DR,SHERRILLS FORD NC 28673 C:704706072 I Site Address: 3653 LAKE BLUFF DR,SHERRILLS FORD NC 28673 Parcel Number: 460701388263 Driving Directions AFTER FILTRATION E NC 150 Hwy,leftSherrills Ford Rd,left Beatty Rd,right Lake Bluff Dr Sample Collected by: Do,:5114 (Y\ e e-) Date/Time Sampled: u /-21/"'3 /010a A rt.` Sampling Point: I` 'i& e•h Sink !Q 13 Is well head accessible? Yes No Reason for inaccessibility Well New or Existing? New Existing Type of Well: Drilled ✓ Bored Hand Dug Punch Pu Does well meet adequate construction standards from what can be observed: V Yes No Items of non-compliance: Evidence of improper grouting or no grouting Well does not meet a required setback(comment) Improperly constructed sanitary well seal Well head not term at>= 12"above finished grade Well head missing vent Well head does not have a threadless tap Well missing identification plate or pump tag Wire conduit opening not sealed Other(comment) Comment: rsamfieldreport 03/23/2023 08:20 Page I oft $A Case# SAM-03-2023-191977 "I" CATAWBA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT V ,. Environmental Health Section 1 g 4 2 sM ill 03/23/2023 WATER SAMPLE TEST RESULTS Applicant YOLANDA REESE,3653 LAKE BLUFF DR,SHERRILLS FORD NC 28673 C:7047060721 Site Address: 3653 LAKE BLUFF DR,SHERRILLS FORD NC 28673 Parcel Number: 460701388263 Lab Coliform Analysis Results: Total Coliforms: (WWI— Fecal/E. Coli: liVvol T No Collection Date Over 30 hours old Invalid Results: Excessive turbidity Excessive Chlorine Lab Accident Lab Tech Initials 1)0 Date/Time Received Orb`' 1' ( 2 Date/Time Completed M.rO. M ILO IN RECEIVED Al A Environmental Health rsamtieldreport 03/23/2023 08:20 Page 2 of 2 North Carolina Division of Public Health Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch, Epidemiology Section BIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS REPORT Private well water information and recommendations County: Catawba Name: Yolanda Reese Sample ID Number: 191977 Location: kitchen sink—3653 Lake Bluff Dr, Sherrills Ford NC 28673 Reviewer: Megen McBride Initial Sample X Confirmation Sample: BIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS RESULTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USES OF YOUR PRIVATE WELL WATER(These recommendations are based on biological analysis only.) X No coliform bacteria were found in your well water. Your water can be used for all purposes including drinking, cooking, washing dishes, bathing and showering. Total coliform bacteria were detected in your water sample. Total Coliform are a group of related bacteria that are(with few exceptions) not harmful to humans. A variety of bacteria, parasites,and viruses, known as pathogens, can potentially cause health problems if humans ingest them. EPA considers total coliforms a useful indicator of other pathogens for drinking water. Total coliforms are used to determine the adequacy of water treatment and the integrity of the distribution system It is recommended that your well water be re-tested to verify that the result is accurate. Fecal coliform bacteria were detected in the sample. Do not use the water for drinking, cooking,washing dishes, bathing or showering. If the re-test shows contamination by bacteria contact your local health department for assistance. There may be a problem with the construction of the well,the groundwater source, or operation of the well. The well needs to be inspected by the local health department or a local well contractor to determine the problem with the well and to give guidance on how to correct the problem. Your well water was tested for biological contaminants(total coliform and fecal coliform bacteria).The results were evaluated using the federal drinking water standards. Drinking water may contain substances that can occur naturally in water or can be introduced into water from man-made sources. Total coliform bacteria are found in soil and fecal coliform bacteria are found in animal and human waste. Total coliform or fecal coliform bacteria in well water indicate that the well may have structural problems or that the well was not properly disinfected. If you have been drinking the well water and are pregnant, nursing, have a child in the household under 5 years of age, or immunocompromised (such as an individual with AIDS, cancer, hepatitis,dialysis or surgical procedures) inform your physician of these results at your next visit. If the contamination continues,you should investigate the possibility of drilling a new well or installing a point-of-entry disinfection unit which can use chlorine, ultraviolet light, or ozone. For further information please contact your county health department or the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch at 919-707-5900. N 0 R T H C A R 0 L I N A May„ STAiFutioA Private Well Information � Z u S F and U se Recommendations NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division of Public Health For Inorganic Chemical Contaminants County: Catawba Name: Yolanda Reese—3653 Lake Bluff Dr, Sherrills Ford NC 28671 Sample ID#: kitchen sink- 191977 Reviewer: Megen McBride TEST RESULTS AND USE RECOMMENDATIONS 1. ® Your well water meets federal drinking water standards for inorganic chemicals. Your water can be used for drinking,cooking, washing, cleaning, bathing, and showering based on the jnorganic chemical results on(v. You may have other water sampling results that are not taken into account in this report. 2. ❑ The following substance(s)exceeded federal drinking water standards or the North Carolina 2L calculated health levels. The North Carolina Division of Public Health recommends that your well water not be used for drinking and cooking, unless you install a water treatment system to remove the circled substance(s). However, it may be used for washing,cleaning, bathing and showering based on the jnor' nic chemical results ono,. ❑ Arsenic ❑ Barium ❑ Cadmium ❑ Chromium ❑ Copper ❑ Fluoride _ ❑ Iron ❑ Lead ❑ Manganese ❑ Mercury ❑Nickel ❑ Selenium ❑ Silver ❑Zinc 3.❑ While your lead levels do not exceed federal or state standards,the North Carolina Division of Public Health has concerns with any detection of lead. Should you have any questions please contact the NC Private Well and Health Program at(919) 707-5900. 4. ❑ Re-sample for lead and /or copper. Take a first draw and 30-second flush sample inside the house (preferably the kitchen sink)and a first draw and 4 minutes flush sample at the wellhead to determine the source of lead and/or copper. 5. ❑ The following substance(s)exceeded aesthetic drinking water standards. Your water can be used for drinking, cooking,washing,cleaning, bathing, and showering based on the inorganic chemical results on(v, but aesthetic problems such as bad taste,odor, staining of porcelain,etc. may occur. You may want to install a household water treatment system to address aesthetic problems. ❑ Chloride ❑ Copper ❑ Fluoride ❑ iron ❑ Manganese ❑ pH ❑ Silver ❑ Sulfate n Zinc 6. ® a. Sodium levels exceed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's(USEPA) Health Advisory level for sodium of 20 mg/I. The North Carolina Division of Public Health recommends that only individuals on no or low sodium-restricted diets not use this water for drinking or cooking. It may be used for washing,cleaning, bathing, and showering based on the inorganic chemical results only. ® b. Your sodium level exceeds 30 mg/I and may pose aesthetic issues such as bad taste, odor, staining of porcelain, etc. 7. ❑ Re-sampling is recommended in months,to reinvestigate . For more information regarding your well water results,please call the North Carolina Division of Public Health at 919-707-5900. N 0 R T H C A R O L I N A Well Water Information and Use Recommendations North Carolina Public Health For Organics Contaminants County: Catawba I Name&Address: Yolanda Reese 3653 Lake Bluff Dr. Sample ID#: ES230330-0120-001 Sherrils Ford, NC 28673 Sample Date: 3/29/23 TEST RESULTS ✓❑Your well water meets North Carolina Division of Public Health Recommendation Levels for private well water for organics results only. You may have other water sampling results that are not taken into account in this report. ❑The following substance(s) exceeded North Carolina Division of Public Health Recommendation Levels and may result in an increased health risk. Exceedance(s): The North Carolina Division of Public Health Recommendation Levels are selected based on the currently available science. For more information contact the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch at 919-707-5900. USE RECOMMENDATIONS BASE OF NC DPH RECOMMENDATION LEVELS Drinking and Cooking Guidance n Your water is suitable for drinking and cooking based on the organic results only. n Based on the test results, your well water is not suitable for drinking and cooking. Washing, Cleaning, Bathing, and Showering Guidance n Your water is suitable for washing, cleaning, bathing, and showering based on the organic results only. n Showering and bathing time should be limited because of the potential exposure to organics via absorption through the skin and inhalation of water vapor. ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS nRe-sampling is recommended in 5 years. n Immediate re-sampling is recommended to confirm results prior to installing a treatment system. ❑ You may want to install a treatment system or consider other options like bottled water or connecting to a public water supply, if possible. Treatment system options for organic contaminants are: Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) filters and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems. Consult with your local well water contractor to determine the best option for your residence. If you purchase a water treatment system, resampling is recommended after installing the system to ensure that the treatment system is working as intended. Note that systems will require ongoing maintenance to ensure proper operation. For further information,please contact the Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology Branch at 919-707-5900 R ,,a Pir r Sodium & de t PRIVATE WELLS ,f- What is sodium? ,.. . yW.Yn..r.i Sodium is a natural element found in soil,water,and rocks deep underground.Sodium is found in the Higher levels of sodium can cause: environment as salts bound to chloride,carbonate, • Vomiting hypochlorite,and silicate. - Nausea Sodium is used in water softener treatment systems, • Gastrointestinal issues disinfectants,and pH adjustment to produce • Muscular twitch industrial chemicals.Sodium salts are used in • Convulsions snow/ice control and production of paper,glass, Drinking high levels of sodium over long periods may soap,pharmaceuticals,chemical and food. lead to death. Along the coast,seawater can influence the amount of sodium in groundwater.This is known What level of sodium should as saltwater intrusion. I be concerned about? The US Environmental Protection Agency How does sodium get developed a health advisory of 20 milligrams in my private well water? of sodium per liter of water(mg/L).Health Sodium can enter your private well water from advisories are non-enforceable guidance levels erosion of rocks underground.Rain may wash sodium developed to protect public health.This advisory from de-icing salts and industrial activities on the level was developed to protect the development of surface to groundwater.Water softener treatment hypertension for people on restricted sodium in 2003. systems increase the amount of sodium in water. In addition,the US Environmental Protection Agency developed an aesthetic standard of 30-60 mg/L.This How can sodium affect standard was developed to prevent a salty taste. my health? Sodium is an essential element,meaning your body How do I test for sodium needs it in small amounts.It helps with regulation in my private well? of osmolarity and fluids within the body.However, Use a certified lab to test your well water for sodium drinking high levels of sodium may cause adverse every two years,as part of the inorganic panel health effects.You can't see or smell sodium.Sodium screen.Contact the private well program at your may have a detectable taste. county health department to assist you with getting Drinking high levels of sodium over short periods can your water tested.Pricing of testing varies from lead to hypertension. county to county. Percent of Private Wells Tested Exceeding Federal Guidance for Sodium, 2011-2013 41PaA111111nerillWAPICI ' - -111k,w4151iiiitT"; 4,,A__,._*.. .. .4__ Irdet,..,1451.14 1,,,,,,opvii,rNiforil 4,014,11 ....--, ibtr,L,Tioe. tiNc__,,,,#---a-i4-114044r1041.1;r11111 ,,, 4/044 ._ 10,,...,_ ->25%exceeded health guidance _ 10-25%exceeded health guidance LI_ <10% -'��jj"�I .10 h exceeded health guidance 1 _ 0%exceeded health guidance ( r Insufficient data(<10 wells tested) Where is sodium found in NC? Where can I find more Sodium is found at varying levels(1-3,900 mg/L) information about sodium throughout NC.About 14%of wells sampled for and my well? sodium in NC from 2011 to 2013 exceeded the Visit the NC Division of Public Health's Private Well federal advisory level(20 mg/L).Yet,there are and Health Program website:http://epi.publichealth. several areas in NC with more than 25%of wells nc.gov/oee/programs/wellwater.html. exceeding the federal guidance.See map for areas There you can find: with elevated sodium. • Contacts for your county private well program • Sodium in well water maps What if my sodium levels • A guide for selecting a treatment system are high? • Other private well resources If you are concerned about the taste of your well You can also call the Private Well and Health Program water or have a preexisting condition,you can install at 919-707-5900. a treatment system to reduce the levels of sodium in your private well.Treatment systems that reduce the Where did this information levels of sodium in your well water include: come from? • Distillation • Reverse osmosis World Health Organization:www.who.int/water_ You can also reduce your exposure by using bottled sanitation_health/dwq/chemicals/sodium.pdf water or connecting to public water supply,if possible. US Environmental Protection Agency:www.epa. gov/sites/production/files/2014-09/documents/ support_cc1_sodium_dwreport.pdf US Geological Survey:http://water.usgs.gov/ogw/ gwrp/saltwater/salt.html , . )fa , ' NC Department of Health and Human Services•Division of Public Health• Epidemiology Section •Occupational and Environmental 1 A �:`__ NCI"II Epidemiology Branch•Private Well and Health Program•httos;//epi.oubiitheaith,ncgov/oee/programs/weilwater,html •NCDHIIS is an V N•rle r,.•o•, equal opportunity employer and provider.•09/2019 WFlir IlraltF