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Last Updated: June 23, 2010
The following are some signs that indicate potential drinking water contamination from nearby septic systems:
a) A well water test showing E.coli bacteria present;
b) A well water test showing unusually high level of nitrate or nitrite;
c) Unexplained illnesses in household such as gastrointestinal problems;
d) Musty odors coming from the well water; and/or
e) Neighbors finding septic system contaminants in their water.
Annual testing of well water is recommended.
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