Water Quality Report
Colorado Springs, IL
Lee County · 290 residents · 2 water systems
3
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Colorado Springs drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper.
Contaminants detected in Colorado Springs water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs, IL tap water safe to drink?
Colorado Springs tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 1 contaminant is present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels and how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines.
What contaminants are in Colorado Springs water?
Monitoring has detected 3 contaminants in Colorado Springs's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Colorado Springs get its drinking water?
Colorado Springs's drinking water comes from groundwater wells that draw from underground aquifers. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Colorado Springs is served by 2 water systems, the largest being GREEN ACRES MHP (serving 170 people).
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