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Odors in well water, which can affect drinking water quality, are commonly caused by iron and/or sulfur bacteria or compounds of iron, manganese, and sulfates. Hydrogen sulfide gas (“rotten egg odor”) frequently occurs in well water due to decaying organic matter, sulfate activity, and various species of sulfur or iron bacteria. For the full breakdown … Continue reading Well Water Smells? Here’s the 6-Step Fix