Genoa drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 14 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, and 10 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Genoa water.
Contaminants detected in Genoa water
14 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Genoa tap water has 1 contaminant currently measured above EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels), and 2 above independent health guidelines. 14 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels, how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines, and what actions to take.
What contaminants are in Genoa water?
Monitoring has detected 14 contaminants in Genoa's water supply: Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene, Barium, Fluoride, PFHpA (Perfluoroheptanoic Acid), PFPeA (Perfluoropentanoic Acid), PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid), Pfpea, Pfhxa. Additionally, 5 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 of these are above EPA legal limits. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Genoa water have PFAS?
Yes. 5 PFAS compounds have been detected in Genoa'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 Genoa get its drinking water?
Genoa'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. Genoa is served by one water system: GENOA.
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