Updated publication on nitrates and groundwater now available
Nitrate is a common contaminant in groundwater. Groundwater with excessive nitrate contamination can have immediate and long-term health effects. This publication addresses the drinking water nitrate standard, water testing, nitrate sources, reducing nitrate contamination risk, and groundwater treatment methods.
Private wells in Kansas: Safe location and maintenance guidelines
Water supply to rural residences and agricultural operations without rural or public water systems is usually obtained from a private well or surface water supply. Information about constructing a well in a safe location and maintenance guidelines for existing wells can be found in two recently updated publications from K-State Research and Extension.