Water Quality Report
Dix, IL
Jefferson County · 1,972 residents · 1 water system
3
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
0
Above health guidelines
Dix drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).
Contaminants detected in Dix water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lead0 / 0.015 mg/L
0% of EPA limit
Total Trihalomethanes46.8 / 80 ug/L
58% of EPA limit
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)24.1 / 60 ug/L
40% of EPA limit
Microplastics (not routinely tested)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dix, IL tap water safe to drink?
Dix tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Dix water?
Monitoring has detected 3 contaminants in Dix's water supply: Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Dix get its drinking water?
Dix's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Dix is served by one water system: DIX-KELL WATER COMMSSION.
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