Forest Park drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 140 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Forest Park water
4 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Forest Park tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 3 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 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 Forest Park water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Forest Park's water supply: Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 3 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Forest Park water have PFAS?
Forest Park's water has been tested for PFAS compounds with no detections. Testing was conducted as part of the EPA's Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) program.
Is Forest Park water hard?
Yes. Forest Park water has a hardness of 140 mg/L (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 Forest Park get its drinking water?
Forest Park's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Forest Park is served by 2 water systems, the largest being FOREST PARK (serving 14,340 people).
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