Greenfield drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 11 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, and 7 others. Water hardness is 170 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Greenfield water
11 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Greenfield 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. 11 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes. 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 Greenfield water?
Monitoring has detected 11 contaminants in Greenfield's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Atrazine, Barium, Fluoride, Dicamba, Toc. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Greenfield water hard?
Yes. Greenfield water has a hardness of 170 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 Greenfield get its drinking water?
Greenfield's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Greenfield is served by one water system: GREENFIELD.
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