Covering Scottsboro, Stevenson, Bridgeport, Skyline, Pisgah. Updated with the latest utility data and the February 2026 Sierra Club PFAS findings.
Water Source
Mix — Guntersville Lake (city); Private wells (rural, ~45% of county)
| Metric | Reading | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|
| Water Hardness | 14.0–17.0 GPG | High |
| PFAS | LOW — No significant point sources identified | Low–Moderate |
| Disinfectant | Chlorine (city areas); Untreated (private wells) | Standard |
| Primary Concerns | High iron in wells (1–3+ mg/L), hardness, bacteria risk in private wells, ~45% of homes on well water | |
⛏️ Well Water County: Approximately 45% of Jackson County homes use private wells. Iron levels of 1–3+ mg/L are common, causing orange staining and damaging softener resin if not pre-filtered. A dedicated iron filter installed before the softener is strongly recommended. Annual bacterial testing is also critical for all well users.
Recommended system: Well water: iron filter + softener + UV disinfection. City water: softener + whole-home carbon filter
✔ Recommendation reviewed by a 19-Year Water Industry Veteran
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