Water Quality Report
East Alton, IL
5,786 residents · 1 water system
6
Contaminants detected
9
PFAS compounds
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Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
0
Above health guidelines
East Alton drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Pfpea, Pfhxa, Pfhpa, and 2 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in East Alton water.
Contaminants detected in East Alton 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
Pfpea0.0083 ug/L
Unregulated
Pfhxa0.0056 ug/L
Unregulated
Pfhpa0.0038 ug/L
Unregulated
Lithium12 ug/L
Unregulated
PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid)0.016 ug/L
UnregulatedPFAS
PFAS (9 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)
Water systems serving East Alton
Frequently asked questions
Is East Alton, IL tap water safe to drink?
East Alton tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Pfpea, Pfhxa, Pfhpa, Lithium. Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in East Alton water?
Monitoring has detected 6 contaminants in East Alton's water supply: Lead, Pfpea, Pfhxa, Pfhpa, Lithium, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 9 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does East Alton water have PFAS?
Yes. 9 PFAS compounds have been detected in East Alton's water supply at trace levels. PFAS are sometimes called "forever chemicals" because they do not break down in the environment. The EPA has set Maximum Contaminant Levels for several PFAS compounds. View the detailed report for specific concentrations.
Where does East Alton get its drinking water?
East Alton'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. East Alton is served by one water system: EAST ALTON.
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