private wells

USGS Estimates PFAS in Groundwater Risks 70 Million

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Map showing probability of PFAS contamination in groundwater across the contiguous United States, color-coded from low (blue) to high (red) probability, as predicted by USGS.

According to a recent U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) report, over 70 million people across the contiguous United States may be consuming water from sources contaminated by PFAS chemicals, a group of synthetic compounds linked to health risks. This analysis is the first national estimate of PFAS presence in untreated groundwater supplying both public and private … Read more

Test Your Well Water, So Few Actually Do

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Illustration of doctor's gloved hand holding a test tube of water with a well pump in the background, representing water testing from a private well in a rural setting.

About 23 million U.S. households rely on private wells as their main source of drinking water. Unlike those using public water systems, these homeowners are solely responsible for ensuring their water is safe to consume. The situation raises a pressing question: Is the water from these private wells safe? Inconsistent Testing Among Private Well Owners … Read more

NC Homes Alerted to PFAS in Private Wells

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A photorealistic image of a rural water well with a toxic symbol on the bucket, set against a lush countryside background.

In a concerning development for residents of an unincorporated area in Cumberland County, North Carolina, reports have emerged about the contamination of private well water with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals.” This discovery has prompted a flurry of alerts from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), raising alarm over the … Read more