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Home » water sampling

Articles Tagged with ''water sampling''

Microplastics found in drinking water
Water News

EPA Adds Microplastics to Drinking Water Watch List, but Regulation Could Be a Long Way Off

Environmental watchdogs argue the move is unlikely to lead to enforceable limits anytime soon.
John Oldani
John Oldani
September 9, 2026
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Environmental watchdogs argue the move is unlikely to lead to enforceable limits anytime soon.


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Water policy

EPA releases new checklist aimed at catching drinking water issues earlier

EPA officials say the move is intended to help the agency and state regulators work together to assess water systems and protect drinking water.
John Oldani
John Oldani
August 26, 2026
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EPA officials say the move is intended to help the agency and state regulators work together to assess water systems and protect drinking water.


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EPA Steps In on Potomac Sampling After Sewer Collapse

Federal response expands as cleanup and monitoring continue
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
March 17, 2026
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The situation is far from over, but the shift in oversight signals a more centralized—and potentially more coordinated—approach to managing the fallout.


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Go with the Flow: Why Your Water Well Needs a Good Flush

Flushing isn’t just for toilets—it’s a critical step in keeping your well water clean, safe, and flowing freely.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
August 25, 2025
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If you're working with a water well—whether it's newly constructed or undergoing disinfection—flushing plays a critical role in ensuring the water is safe and clean. 


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EPA’s Floating Lab Sets Sail for Another Great Lakes Summer Mission

The vessel will spend a month cruising all five lakes
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
August 21, 2025
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The EPA has been running these sampling surveys since 1983, building what’s now the longest-running and most comprehensive data set on Great Lakes health. 


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Lake Mead Overview

Lake Mead Hits Third-Lowest Elevation in a Decade

Despite the historically low water levels, officials are working to ensure that Lake Mead remains open and accessible to the millions who visit each year.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 11, 2025
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While the Bureau of Reclamation expects water levels to remain above 1,050 feet through the end of 2025, projections suggest levels could fall below 1,040 feet in 2026


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Groundwater sampling in Manchester

Earth’s Mantle Gases Found in Groundwater Far from Volcanic Zones

A new study from The University of Manchester revealed interesting findings
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 11, 2025
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The highest concentrations of these gases were detected in the oldest and deepest groundwater samples—some over 20,000 years old.


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Water testing in the river

EPA Withdraws Proposed Water Quality Rule for Indian Reservations

Some tribes viewed the proposed rule as an effort to impinge tribal sovereignty
JJ Smith is The Driller's Washington, D.C., correspondent
J.J. Smith
January 27, 2025
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The EPA has withdrawn a proposed rule on water quality standards for Indian reservations, sparking mixed reactions from tribes regarding its impact on sovereignty.


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Hastings Well Shut Down After High Nitrate Levels Detected

The City of Hastings takes action after detecting nitrate levels above the maximum contaminant level, reserving the well for emergency use only
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
June 12, 2024
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The City of Hastings has shut down Well 8 after nitrate levels exceeded regulatory standards, highlighting the importance of water well drilling in managing water quality.




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Solinst Releases Compact Submersible for Purging, Sampling

Company Calls Pump Lightweight, Easy to Operate
December 27, 2021
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Company says Model 415 pump, controller can run off a 60-amp source like a truck battery.


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