What are Bacteria?
We are in contact with millions of bacteria every day and nearly all of them are harmless. Yet some of these small organisms are responsible for waterborne illnesses. Total coliforms are one group of mostly harmless bacteria that live in soil and water, as well as the intestines of animals. The presence of total coliforms in drinking water can indicate that more dangerous germs, particularly fecal coliforms, have contaminated the water.
The most common source of bacteria is the soil surrounding the well. Fecal bacteria in drinking water are usually the result of contamination by a nearby sewer, septic tank, feedlot or animal yard. Bacterial contaminants also may be introduced into a well during construction or repair.
Most bacterial problems happen right at the well or as water travels through the distribution system. Therefore, it is common to have contaminated and uncontaminated wells in close proximity to one another. A sanitary survey can help determine if your well might be threatened by bacterial contam-ination. Vulnerable wells are located too close to potential sources of bacteria, such as a septic field, may be poorly constructed or very old, or have poor flow and distribution systems.
What are the health effects of Bacteria?
Disease-causing bacteria, such as E. coli, can trigger gastrointestinal illnesses, diarrhea and vomiting. E. coli can be life-threatening for infants, children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems.
What can be done to treat water with Bacteria?
Bacteria contamination can be treated in serval ways. It is possible to use chlorine or ozone or uv lights. The most popular systems are ultra violet light systems, which disable the bacteria's ability to multiply. No dangeous levels occur.
Here is more information on UV lights
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