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Home My WebLink AboutWELL-08-2023-202605.TIF Analytical Results STATESVILLE ANALYTICAL Catawba County Public Health , PO Box 389 Newton, NC 28658 Receive Date: 10/09/2025 Reported: 10/10/2025 For: Ryan Tomblin: 6270 Ruffin Ln, Conover 28613 Comments: Sample Number Parameter Sample ID Result Unit Method Analyzed Analyst 251009-41-01 Nitrate 202605 <1 mg/L 353.2 10/10/2025 CL 251009-41-01 Nitrite 202605 <0.1 mg/L 353.2 10/10/2025 CL Respectfully submitted, Melissa Myers NC Cert#440, NCDW Cert#37755, EPA#NC00909 PO Box 228 • Statesville, NC 28687 • 704/872/4697 Page 1 of 2 122 Court Street Statesville,NC 28677 704-872-4697 www.sa-nc.corn - . _ NITRATE/PITH a'.0 ANALYSIS Note:All le arreation nenl be iilpplied for compliance credit. WATER SYSTEIV1 ID i': Wet L:•0 8- 20a 3-20.20f County: Catawba • Name of Water System: It y art TDA4/1 n Sample Type: 0 Entry Point XSpecial/Non-compliance Location Where Collected: 6a?0 PW1'A kr,r CoAU✓e& NC a86J3 Facility ID No. 202-r0r Sample Point: WG li 4-Val it Collection Date I Collection Time Collected By: Aw;fkf M1kQ.a I Jo I0ai,.s ' _g:r9_t A M (Plum Print) (SMIDDIYY) (Spaify AM or PM) Mail Results to(water system representative): CATAWBA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH Phone 4:1 (828)465-8270 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Fax#: t(828)465-8276 ,. , PO BOX 389 Responsible Person's email: • EHAdmin@catawbacountync.gov NEWTON,NC 28658 LABORATORY ID#: 37755 • 0 SAMPLE UNSATISFACTORY 0 RESAMPLE REQUIRED • REQUIRED NOT DETECTED QUANTIFIED METHOALLOWABLE CONTAM CONTAMINANT CODE REPORTING LIMIT (i.e.<R.RL.) RESULTS" LIMIT CODE ' (R.RL) (X) ham. ... ..... - 1040 ' Nitrate 353.2 1.00 mg/L • ___ _ yam mg/L 10.00 mg/L 1041 Nitrite 353.2 0.10 mg/L _____ mg/L 1.00 mg/L L • *Note:If result exceeds allowable limit,the laboratory must fax analytical results to the State on day test completed. DATE: TIME: i ANALYSES BEGUN: 10/ 10 / 2 5 . ? .3 1 A M (}nvnr» p • ssprorrtivcrrn0.. ANALYSES COMPLETED: I O/ 10 /15 o Z7—a Arm ft2wnnrrrl xa+yti..rna: rs 1 e • SC p +' 4 Laboratory Log 14: 2-J I OV ` • I-OI Certified By: COMMENTS: 2008 1,aboratorY should Mail Results to; Public Water Supply Section,Attn:Data Entry,1634 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-1634 PO Box 228 • Statesville, NC 28687 • 704/872/4697 Page 2 of 2 f a�v SrHTfa 4312 District Drive cg"v yYxi,1 r e-, 11 North Carolina State Laboratoryof Public Health MSC 1918 � : Raleigh,NC 27699-1918 %i ill�� j"` Environmental Sciences http://slph.ncpublichealth.corn .44 ,. Phone: 919-733-7308 Inorganic Chemistry Fax: 919-715-8611 Certificate of Analysis FINAL REPORT Report to: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Name of System: CATAWBA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Ryan Tomblin P O BOX 389 6270 Ruffin Ln NEWTON,NC 28658 Conover,NC 28613 EIN:566001814EH Delivery: NC Courier StarLiMS ID: ES251009-0051 Date Collected: 10/08/2025 Time Collected: 08:59 By: Dwight Mikeal Date Received: 10/09/2025 Time Received: 07:54 Sample Type: Raw Sampling Point: Well head Well Permit No. WELL-08-2023-202605 Sample Source: New Well Receipt Temp. : GPS Number: Profile:New Well-No Nitrate I Analyte Test Result Allowable Limit Unit Qualifier(s) Arsenic <0.001 0.010 mg/L Barium <0.1 2.0 mg/L Cadmium <0.0005 0.005 mg/L Calcium 7 mg/L Chloride <5 250 mg/L Chromium <0.02 0.10 mg/L Copper <0.01 1.3 mg/L Fluoride <0.1 4.00 mg/L Iron 3.04 0.300 mg/L Lead <0.003 0.015 mg/L Magnesium 2 mg/L Manganese 0.064 0.05 mg/L Mercury <0.0004 0.002 mg/L Nickel <0.01 0.1 mg/L pH 6.7 N/A Selenium <0.005 0.05 mg/L Silver <0.01 0.10 mg/L Sodium 4.5 mg/L Sulfate 14.4 250 mg/L Total Alkalinity 27 mg/L Total Hardness 26 mg/L Zinc <0.05 5.0 mg/L Report Date: 10/23/2025 RECEIVED Reported By: • Kathy Schnizler NOV 3 2025 Environmental Health Page 1 of 1 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: i2..� Sample ID Number: 2-0 .61' s • Location: 42 1" 14JP r' rL;AV/ Reviewer: Jason Boyd 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.) 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 colifonn 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 maybe 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 depai lurent 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 colifonn 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 t ' , Private Well Information and Use Recommendations NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Division of Public Health For Inorganic Chemical Contaminants County: Catawba Name: Ryan Tomblin—6270 Ruffin Ln,Conover NC 28613 Sample ID#: 202605 Reviewer: Megen M. Thomas 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 inorganic chemical results only.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 inorganic chemical results on(v. ❑ Arsenic ❑ Barium ❑ Cadmium 0 Chromium ❑ Copper ❑ Fluoride ® Iron ❑ Lead ❑ Manganese ❑ Mercury ❑Nickel ❑Nitrate/Nitrite ❑ Selenium 0 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. 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 0 Copper ❑ Fluoride ❑ Iron ® Manganese ❑ pH ❑ Silver ❑ Sulfate ❑ Zinc 6. ❑ a. Sodium levels exceed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's(USEPA)Health Advisory level for sodium of 20 mg/1. 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 on(v. ❑ b.Your sodium level exceeds 30 mg/1 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. .411111.11a _ Total Coliform ,. Bacteria, E. coli & a - , PRIVATE WELLS1 i . i fa What are total coliform bacteriair and E. coli? 111W ' 144 Total coliform bacteria are a group of microorganisms found ' in soil and surface water.Total coliform bacteria water tests look at all coliform bacteria in water.This includes fecal coliform bacteria,which are a group of bacteria found in the intestines and feces of animals and humans. E.coli or Escherichia coli is a type of fecal coliform bacteria. There are many strains of E.coli. When should I be concerned about coliform bacteria or E. coli? How does coliform bacteria and You should be concerned if coliform bacteria or E.coli are E. coli get in my private well water? present in your well water. Rain may wash coliform bacteria or E.coli from soil on The NC Department of Environmental Quality the surface to groundwater.Coliform bacteria or E.coli developed a groundwater standard of 1 colony of can also enter your water if your private well is poorly coliform bacteria in 100 milliliters of water(colonies/ constructed,cracked or unsealed. mL).Ground water standards are developed to protect public health.This standard was developed in 2013. How can coliform bacteria The US Environmental Protection Agency requires follow up testing and treatment when coliform bacteria or E. coli affect my health? or E.coli is found in any public water supply system across Most coliform bacteria and E.coli strains will not make you the country.Public drinking water guidance are based on sick.The presence of some types of coliform bacteria in the public health protection and cost of treatment/testing at water signal the presence of feces or sewage waste. Feces large utilities.These rules were established in 1989 and and sewage wastes are usually the source of the disease- updated in 2014. causing organisms. Total coliform bacteria and E.coli water tests are used as How do I test for total coliform indicators for the presence of disease-causing organisms. bacteria or E. coli in my The following are some disease-causing organisms or private well? pathogens that could be present in your water: • Bacteria that cause diarrhea and vomiting, Use a certified lab to test your well water for coliform • Protozoa that cause dysentery, bacteria and E.coli every year.Contact the private well • Viruses that cause polio and hepatitis,and program at your county health department to assist you • Helminths,such as roundworms and tapeworms, with getting your water tested.Pricing of testing varies that cause chronic diarrhea. from county to county. 11 a Percent of Private Wells Tested r�� iP1 With Detection of E. coli, 2011-2013 � ��„B Mdapigi iiiiiiiits& dam dk o 11 _ '� �. ,� ,ram IPPO Percent of Private Wells Tested With > wmalmiiiinsiiii impag lampoll u, Detection of Total Coliform, 2011-2013 "�{. �� r >50%with detection � � avrecsait.,,,,,, via � � 441 MN 25.1-50%with detection .41110 0 PORP <25%with detection 0%with detection v Insufficient data(<10 wells tested) What if total coliform bacteria Where can I find more or E. coli levels are present? information about total coliform Shock chlorination is a method to remove bacteria bacteria, E. coli and my well? contamination in private wells.If contamination persist Visit the NC Division of Public Health's Private Well and you can install a treatment system to reduce the levels Health Program website:http://epi.publichealth.nc.gov/ of bacteria in your private well.Treatment systems that oee/programs/wellwater.html. reduce the level of bacteria in your well water include: • Ultraviolet(UV)filtration treatment system There you can find: • Contacts for your county private well program You can also reduce your exposure by using bottled water • Total coliform bacteria or E.coli in well water maps or connecting to public water supply,if possible. • A guide for selecting a treatment system • Other private well resources Where are total coliform bacteria You can also call the Private Well and Health Program and E. coli found in NC? at 919-707-5900. Coliform bacteria are detected throughout NC.About 26% of wells sampled for microbial contamination in NC from Where did this information come 2011 to 2013 tested positive for coliform bacteria.Yet, from? there are several areas in NC with at least 50%of wells with coliform bacteria present.See map for areas with high Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:www.cdc.gov/ coliform bacteria detections. healthywater/drinking/private/wells/disease/e coli.html E.toll is detected throughout NC.About 2%of wells Environmental Protection Agency:https://safewater. sampled for microbial contamination in NC from 2011 to zendesk.com/hc/en-us/sections/203309158-E-coli-0157-H7- 2013 tested positive for E.coli.Yet,there are several areas National Sanitation Foundation:www.nsf.org/consumer- in NC with at least 25%of wells with E.toll present.See resources/water-quality/water-filters-testing-treatment/ map for areas with high E.coli detections. contaminant-reduction-claims-guide 1m NC Department of Health and Human Services•Division of Public Health•Epidemiology Section•Occupational and Environmental NCIFi , Epidemiology Branch•Private Well and Health Program•httos://eoi.oublichealth.nc.gov/oee/programs/wellwater.html•NCDHHS is an North Carolina equal opportunity employer and provider.•09/2019 Pabhc Health Iron &PRIVATE WELLS / fie 1.4 What is iron? ' Iron is a natural element found in rocks deep underground.Iron is found in the environment as What level of iron should iron compounds joined to other elements like sulfur, I be concerned about? carbon,and oxygen. Iron is used for constructional material and pipes. The NC Department of Environmental Quality calculated a health based value of 2.5 milligrams of Iron compounds are used as pigments in paint and plastics.Iron compounds are also used in water- iron per liter of water(mg/L).This calculation was developed with consideration of health effects in 2017. treatment plants as a coagulant. The US Environmental Protection Agency and How does iron get in NC Department of Environmental Quality developed an aesthetic standard of 0.3 mg/L.This my private well water? standard was developed to prevent staining,rusty Iron compounds can enter your private well water color and metallic taste. from erosion of rocks underground.Iron can also enter groundwater from industrial practices.Acidic How do I test for iron water(water with low pH)can make iron compounds in my private well? more soluble. Use a certified lab to test your well water for iron How can iron affect my health? every two years,as part of the inorganic panel screen.Contact the private well program at your Iron is an essential element,meaning your body county health department to assist you with getting needs it in small amounts.It helps with oxygen your water tested.Pricing of testing varies from transport,electron transport,and deoxyribonucleic county to county. acid (DNA)synthesis.However,drinking high levels of iron may cause adverse health effects.You can't What if my iron levels are high? smell iron.Iron may have a detectable taste or have a rusty color. You can install a treatment system to reduce the levels of iron in your private well.Treatment systems that High levels of iron can cause gastrointestinal reduce the levels of iron in your well water include: problems.For people with preexisting conditions, • Oxidizing filters like hemochromatosis,drinking high levels of iron • Cation exchange,also known as a Water Softener may cause heart,liver and pancreas toxicity. You can also reduce your exposure by using bottled water or connecting to public water supply,if possible. 4 Percent of Private Wells Tested Exceeding Federal Standards for Iron, 2011-2013 ikTireilmor liktv ilhoidgr Adimmildimpr dritvis ar Ate, h 411101 _ 1161h >2ZoE ' tEEs % ded heath ds 11111 ds �• 0%exceeded health standards Insufficient data(<10 wells tested) Where is iron found in NC? Where did this information Iron is found at low levels(0.1-62 mg/L)throughout come from? NC.About 6%of wells sampled for iron in NC from World Health Organization:www.who•int/water 2011 to 2013 exceeded the state health-based value sanitation health/dwq/chemicals/iron.pdf (2.5 mg/L).Yet,there are several areas in NC with at Nazanin Abbas our et al.Journal of Research in least 10%of wells exceeding the state health-based Abbaspour See map for areas with elevated iron. Medical Sciences Review on iron and its importance for human health 2014:www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ pmc/articles/PMC3999603/ Where can I find more information about iron and my well? Visit the NC Division of Public Health's Private Well and Health Program website:http://epi.publichealth. nc.gov/oee/programs/wellwater.html. • ." • There you can find: • • Contacts for your county private well program • Iron in well water maps f• fir,• r • • A guide for selecting a treatment system °' • Other private well resources You can also call the Private Well and Health Program at 919-707-5900. Alt NC Department of Health and Human Services•Division of Public Health•Epidemiology Section•Occupational and Environmental C ,t Epidemiology Branch•Private Well and Health Program•htt s://e i. ublichealth_nc, ov/oee/programs/wellwatechtml•NCDHHS is an ►�� P 9y 9 � P P 9- - w% as nnlih equal opportunity employer and provider.•09/2019