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T <br />i <br />The iron analyses yielded values of 19.6 and 15.5 mg/I for Mr. Sitts' and our well, respectively. The federal <br />secondary drinking water standard is 0.3 mg/I. Considering the volcanic terrain in the area, the high natural iron <br />levels in the alluvial groundwater are not surprising. High iron levels make the groundwater unpleasant for drinking <br />purposes. We understand that Mr. Sitts has a filter on his well water for this very problem and a health <br />department inspector viewed the filter and noted that it had not been replaced or maintained. <br />As you know, the Gunnison industrial area where United Companies and Mr. Sitts conduct business was historically <br />a salvage yard. Since the water table is only 6 to 7 feet below land surface in this area, spilled gasoline could easily <br />enter the groundwater and the residual concentrations show up as trace TPH levels in Mr. Sitts' well. The historical <br />use of the property would be consistent with the presence of GRO in his well. In addition, our fuel tanks are <br />located southeast of Mr. Sitts' well. Since the likely groundwater flow direction is west to southwest, the tanks are <br />located cross gradient of the well. <br />Given the above information, it is clear that any issues with Mr. Sitts' will are not attributed to United Companies. <br />Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information on this matter. <br />Best Regards, <br /> <br />Peter M. Kearl <br />Resource/ Environmental Manager <br />Certified Groundwater Professional <br />Enclosures <br />Cc: J. Mullen <br />T. Sitts <br />R. Stenson