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Water Quality Issues and Solutions in Gibsonton, Florida

Gibsonton is a census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida located just south of Tampa. With a population of around 14,000, Gibsonton relies on groundwater from the Floridan Aquifer for its municipal water supply. While Gibsonton's water quality meets federal standards, potential contaminants in the water are a concern for residents.

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Overview of Gibsonton, FL

Gibsonton is known for its rural character and agricultural roots, despite its proximity to Tampa. The town has a rich history as the winter quarters for carnival workers, and is home to the Carny Town Museum and Giant's Camp mobile home park community.

Gibsonton offers a quiet, small town atmosphere with spacious residential neighborhoods and local businesses. It provides easy access to Tampa's amenities being located near I-75 and US-41 highways. The Alafia River borders Gibsonton to the south.

Potential Drinking Water Contaminants in Gibsonton

The source of Gibsonton's municipal water supply is groundwater from the Floridan Aquifer. This expansive aquifer underlies all of Florida and parts of several other Southeastern states. While groundwater from the Floridan Aquifer is generally of good quality, there are some potential contaminants to consider:

Microorganisms

• Bacteria like E. coli and viruses from sewage discharges, septic systems, or animal waste can infiltrate groundwater sources.

• Protozoan parasites like Giardia and Cryptosporidium also enter water supplies from animal and human waste.

• These microbes can cause gastrointestinal illness if consumed. Gibsonton uses chlorination to disinfect its municipal water against harmful microorganisms.

  
  

Inorganic Contaminants

• Disinfectant byproducts like trihalomethanes form when chlorine used for disinfection reacts with naturally occurring organic matter. Long term exposure may increase cancer risk.

• Nitrate and nitrite can enter groundwater from fertilizer runoff and leaching from septic tanks. High levels can cause methemoglobinemia or "blue baby syndrome" in infants.

• Lead and copper may leach into water from old pipes and plumbing components. Exposure can affect the brain, kidneys, nervous system, and red blood cell chemistry.

• Arsenic is naturally occurring in some Florida groundwater. Long term ingestion is linked to cancer and skin damage.

• Fluoride also naturally occurs in groundwater, and at high levels can cause dental fluorosis. Gibsonton does not add fluoride to its water.

  
  

Organic Contaminants

• Pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, PCBs, and other industrial chemicals may infiltrate groundwater from agricultural and industrial activities. Many are suspected carcinogens and toxins.

• MTBE and other fuel hydrocarbons can leach from underground gas tanks into groundwater. Short term exposure may cause nausea, headaches, and liver damage.

• Disinfection byproducts like total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) can form when chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic matter. Long term exposure may increase cancer risk.
  

Radionuclides

• Radon is a radioactive gas that originates from the natural decay of uranium in rock and soil. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.

• Radium and uranium may also be present in groundwater from natural deposits. Exposure increases cancer risk, especially bone cancer from radium.
  

Sediment and Other Contaminants

• Iron and manganese can occur naturally in groundwater and cause orange-brown stains, metallic taste, and sediment.

• Sodium and chloride from saltwater intrusion, storm surges, and road salting can infiltrate groundwater in coastal areas like Gibsonton.

• Hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium give water a disagreeable taste and scaly deposits on plumbing fixtures and laundry.
  

Potential Well Water Contaminants in Gibsonton

In addition to municipal water quality concerns, households in Gibsonton that use private wells are also at risk from:

• Bacteria like E. coli from animal waste, septic systems, or runoff after heavy rains

• Nitrates from fertilizer over-application, septic systems, and manure

• Pesticides and herbicides from lawn treatments, crop application, and industrial sites

• Heavy metals like arsenic, lead, mercury, cadmium from soils, factories, landfills, electronics, batteries

• Petroleum products like fuel oil, gasoline, and solvents from leaking underground tanks and spills

• Road salts, water softener salts, and sediment

• Radon and other radionuclides from underlying rock

• Protozoa like Giardia and Cryptosporidium from animal and human waste
  

Poorly constructed or failing septic systems are a major contributor to bacterial and nitrate contamination of private wells. Regular testing and septic system maintenance is critical to ensure well water safety.

Water Treatment Solutions for Gibsonton Homes & Businesses

To address Gibsonton's potential municipal and well water contaminants, Aqua-Wise offers the following effective treatment solutions:

AquaLux Water Softener

• Removes hardness minerals like calcium and magnesium that cause scale buildup

• Uses ion exchange resin beads to substitute sodium ions for hardness ions

• Helps prevent stains on plumbing and fixtures; improves lathering of soaps

AquaGuard UV System

• Disinfects against bacteria, viruses, mold and more with powerful UV light

• Provides safe, chemical-free supplemental disinfection of well water

• Ideal for compromised immune systems and sickness prevention

AquaCarbonGuard Filter

• Multi-stage carbon block filtration removes a wide range of contaminants

• Reduces chlorine, pesticides, herbicides, industrial chemicals, and more

• Also effective for hydrogen sulfide odor, taste/odor compounds, sediment

AquaBlue Whole House Filter

• Comprehensive filtration for all municipal water contaminants

• Combines sediment filter, activated carbon, and scale inhibitor

• Protects all fixtures, appliances, and plumbing with cleaner water

HydroClear Ozone System

• Advanced oxidation for iron, manganese, sulfur, microbes, and more

• Includes multi-media filtration to capture oxidized precipitates

• Safe, eco-friendly option with no harsh chemicals

AquaRevive Reverse Osmosis

• Highly effective at removing inorganic contaminants like arsenic, nitrates, sodium and more

• Combines carbon filtration and membrane technology to purify drinking water

• Convenient under sink installation for kitchen or bathroom faucets

Retention Tank + Chlorine Injection

• Provides precise, metered chlorine injection adjusted to water conditions

• More consistent disinfection than granular chlorine for private well systems

• Retention tank allows optimal chlorine contact time for a complete kill of bacteria

Commercial Water Treatment

• Complete treatment solutions for restaurants, businesses, hotels, etc.

• Removal of chlorine, taste and odor, bacteria, particulates, and hardness

• Environmentally-friendly options available like UV, ozone, and membranes

Well Water Treatment

• Comprehensive packages to address all well water contaminants

• Combines disinfection, sediment filters, chemical treatment, and/or carbon filters

• Improves water safety, taste, smell, and clarity from the convenience of your home
  

Gibsonton homeowners and businesses can schedule a water test with our certified technicians to analyze all potential contaminants present. We will design the ideal treatment solution to resolve your water quality issues and protect your health.

Ensure Clean, Safe Water in Gibsonton, FL

While Gibsonton's municipal water quality is regulated to federal drinking water standards, potential contaminants in the supply remain a concern. Homes and businesses relying on private wells are also at risk for a variety of water quality problems that require proper treatment.

Aqua-Wise offers customized water treatment systems to match your water's specific issues, whether municipal or well water source. Contact us today to learn more about water testing and treatment options for your Gibsonton property. You deserve clean, safe, great-tasting water from every tap and we are here to provide it!