This is a list of parameter for wells outside the 1000 foot radius around a well and not along a horizontal leg. I do not agree with the PSU recommendations from 2008 listing of parameters and I am providing this as an alternative.
Testing Package # 1
This package is recommended as a screening for post gas development or screening for wells that are not a long a major roadway or areas that have not been leased.
Parameters
Total Coliform with e. coli confirmation, chloride, sodium, bromide, barium,pH, total dissolved solids, MBAS, iron, manganese, and methane/ethane.
Testing Package # 2
This is the minimum package I recommend for the area- this is based on PADEP recommendations, plus I added Arsenic and nitrate. Note- If nitrate is at or greater than 1 mg NO3-N/L - I would recommend adding Nitrite.
Parameters
Package # 1- plus T. Hardness, Magnesium, Strontium, Conductivity, Calcium, Zinc, Alkalinity, Arsenic, Nitrate, Total Suspended Solids, Sulfate, Oil & Grease, 21-VOCs/MTBE, Selenium
Testing Package # 3
More Comprehensive- Assuming the wells are outside 1000 feet of a well site and not along a horizontal leg
Package # 2 - plus Potassium, Sulfide, Ammonia, Acidity, Nickel, Gross, Alpha/Beta, Lead, and Uranium.
Possible Addons- Based on available frac water data- this would be more appropriate for wells within 1000 feet or less.
Radium 226 and Radium 228
Turbidity- cheap screening test
Phenol and phenolic compounds- located near well or along major road
Chemical Oxygen Demand - still considering - I do do not recommend
Total Organic Carbon- still considering- I just do not understand why?
2- Butanone (methyl ethyl ketone)
Naphthalene
Phthalates- this may be a problem already for private wells with PVC casing or substand piping.
Ethylene Glycol- recommend
1,2- Propanediol - I think this is being used by some as an alternative to ethylene glycol
Methylchloride
Acetone - may be source because of a break down in 1,2- Propanediol
Acetophenone
Lithium- reviewing
Aluminum- Suggest
Thallium reviewing
2-Methylnaphthalene
SOCs
Website provided for information only and the site is always under development and subject to change.
Other Post on the subject
http://pennsylvania-solutions.blogspot.com/2010/07/getting-waters-tested-informational-and.html
Co-Authored - New Publication on Water Quality for Private Well Owners- Website - http://www.bfenvironmental.com/links.php
http://www.bfenvironmental.com/pdfs/Waterbooklet070610.pdf
This listing of parameters is not for a gas company. For a gas company, it is my opinion your baseline should include a full set of regulated and unregulated VOCs, pesticides, herbicides, SOCs, and radionuclieds.
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Based on additional testing in NEPA- I may recommend nitrite and ammonia testing to package 2.
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I have officially added the glycols and aluminum. Mostly because of the use of geothermal contacts or wells for heating and cooling in PA.
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ReplyDeleteI will be experiencing more drilling near me with a lateral that will run underneath my small farm. I have people surrounding me with contaminated wells, whereas methane, barium, and arsenic are the prime contaminants that I am concerned with. I have had an extensive water test done by a qualified lab within the last year. My idea is to have a more extensive baseline with just the above contaminants as to keep on getting extensive water tests is cost prohibitive for me on a fixed income. Could you advice me on how I could accomplish this and if it is necessary in your humble opinion. Thank you.
I am always happy to help - you can contact me at bfenviro@ptd.net - please send me a copy of your data to review.
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Brian
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ReplyDelete1. Suggest adding aluminum
2. Suggest adding glycols
3. Phenols
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ReplyDeleteIt exactly refers to the municipal wastewater that contains a broad spectrum of contaminants resulting from the mixing of wastewater from homes, businesses, industrial areas and often storm drains, especially in older sewer systems. Municipal wastewater is usually treated in a combined sewer, sanitary sewer, effluent sewer or septic tank.
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For the record, I do recommend the following
ReplyDelete1. Testing for aluminum, glycols, and some synthetic organics.
2. Some form of water testing every 6 months.
3. Home water screening using a pH, conductivity, and ORP sensor.
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We are begin to recommend antimony as part of baseline monitoring in NEPA and areas with arsenic and/or iron issues.
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