Water quality has always been a concern in rural areas and wells are the source of drinking water.
Here in the Ozarks, specifically southwest Missouri, where Shell Knob is located, a large portion of the residences rely on well water for their drinking supply. Many Shell Knob home owners take a sample of their water annually to the Health Department to be tested for contaminents.
Water quality is also a big factor in Table Rock Lake, the reason Shell Knob attracts retirees, as it ranks as one of the cleanest lakes in Missouri. The water is usually quite hard, and water softeners are recommended.
A recent study released by the U.S. Geological Survey, indicated that more than 20% of private domestic wells sampled nationwide have at least one contaminant, which could be at levels to become a health concern.
Private wells are not regulated by the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, but in Stone County, we are regulated by the Health Department, which outlines the location of wells to be drilled and requires a 100' separation from the septic fields.
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