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Water Quality Tests for Private Wells
by James P Murphy et al.
MF3679
This publication helps private water users understand important factors and make critical decisions about the frequency and kind of water tests necessary to provide safe water. 4 pages, b/w.
Published Date: Dec 2024
Shock Chlorination for Private Water Well Systems
by James P Murphy Stacie Minson Joseph P. Harner III Herschel George Melissa Harvey et al.
MF911
Publication describes shock chlorination process for disinfecting a well and household plumbing system. 4 pages, b/w.
Revision Date: Nov 2024
Nitrate and Groundwater
by James P Murphy Stacie Minson Joseph P. Harner III Herschel George Melissa Harvey
MF857
This publication addresses the drinking water nitrate standard, water testing, nitrate sources, the reduction of nitrate contamination risk, and groundwater treatment methods. 4 pages, b/w.
Revision Date: Oct 2024
Understanding the Perceptions of Producers Regarding the Ogallala Aquifer Use: A Survey Report
by Jonathan Aguilar Amariah Fischer Matthew Sanderson
SRL144
This survey asked producers in the Ogallala aquifer how they view their role in groundwater use, what they see as consequences of groundwater depletion, and why they believe groundwater should be conserved. Producers were also asked about their worldviews and values. Together, these questions help provide an understanding of the cultural state of the Ogallala aquifer, especially as it pertains to groundwater use. 12 pages, color.
Published Date: Dec 2022
Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-4: Nitrogen
by G. Morgan Powell Rebecca Moscou Rhonda Janke
PK13W4
Inorganic nitrogen tests can locate areas of a farm that contribute significant amounts of inorganic nitrogen in runoff or base flow.
Published Date: Jun 2006
Private Wells — Safe Location
by James P Murphy Stacie Minson Joseph P. Harner III Herschel George Melissa Harvey
MF3667
This publication offers guidelines for recommended separation distance and direction from potential contamination sources when locating a well, which can help protect the quality of private well water. 8 pages, b/w.
Published Date: May 2024
Private Water Well Owner/Operator Records
MF2409A
Document to record information about a water well: well driller, location, maintenance records.Published Date: Jul 2010
Measuring the Depth to Water in Wells
by G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers
MF2669
There are three methods commonly used to measure depth to water in a well. They are: tape measure or weight on a cord, electric sounder and airline tube.Published Date: Jul 2005
Plugging Abandoned Wells
by Danny H. Rogers G. Morgan Powell
MF935
Abandoned wells & test holes are located in fields, farmsteads, etc. without being properly plugged. They are sources for contamination of groundwater & are a physical hazard to animals & children.Revision Date: Jan 1998
Managing the Farmstead to Minimize Groundwater and Well Contamination
by Ray E. Lamond David L. Regehr John S. Hickman
MF948
This publication addresses how to manage agricultural activities around the farmstead to minimize potential contamination of wells and groundwater.Revision Date: Sep 1990
Shock Chlorination Treatment for Irrigation Wells
by Danny H. Rogers Freddie R. Lamm Mahbub Alam
MF2589
Shock chlorination (with high concentration of chlorine) of irrigation wells can prevent buildup of bacterial slimes that cause losses of well capacity, clogging problems for irrigation systems.Published Date: Jul 2003
Healthy Cattle Need Healthy Water
by A. J. Tarpoff Jeff Davidson
MF3249
This fact sheet highlights common microorganisms and contaminants found in and around livestock watering areas. It offers tips for managing and testing water sources to promote cattle health and performance. 4-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2018
Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-7: Triazines (Atrazine)
by G. Morgan Powell Rebecca Moscou Rhonda Janke
PK13W7
Triazines, including atrazine and simazine, are herbicides used on crops like corn and sorghum. Atrazine has been implicated as an estrogen mimic in the environment.Revision Date: Jun 2006
Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-2: Color, Odor, Temperature and pH
by Rhonda Janke Rebecca Moscou G. Morgan Powell
PK13W2
The four water tests described in this fact sheet are starting points. Color and odor are descriptive. Temperature and pH can have negative effects on water quality.Revision Date: Jun 2006
Citizen Science Water Quality Testing Series W-3: Turbidity/Transparency
by Rhonda Janke G. Morgan Powell Rebecca Moscou
PK13W3
This test measures cloudiness or light-scattering effect of suspended materials in water. Clay, silt,algae and microorganisms will affect the turbidity reading.Revision Date: Jun 2006
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