Stephenson County · 500 residents · 1 water system
5
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
287
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Dakota drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 5 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Barium, and 1 others. Water hardness is 287 mg/L (very hard), which can cause scale buildup in appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.
Contaminants detected in Dakota water
5 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Dakota 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. 5 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Barium, Fluoride. 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 Dakota water?
Monitoring has detected 5 contaminants in Dakota's water supply: Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Barium, Fluoride. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Dakota water hard?
Yes. Dakota water has a hardness of 287 mg/L (very hard). Hard water is not a health concern but can cause scale buildup in water heaters and appliances, reduce soap effectiveness, and leave mineral deposits. Water softeners or conditioning systems can address hardness.
Where does Dakota get its drinking water?
Dakota'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. Dakota is served by one water system: DAKOTA.
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