How is Groundwater Sampling Done? {Infographic}

When Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) are found on a property, the next step of action is to conduct a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (ESA).  Part of the Phase II involves groundwater sampling, in which scientists drill into the potentially contaminated soil using a Geoprobe until water is reached.  Samples of water are collected, logged and sent to a lab for further testing.  They are then compared to the EPA regional screening levels, or state clean up criteria, to determine if contamination is present.

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