Groveland drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, and 4 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Groveland water.
Contaminants detected in Groveland water
8 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Groveland 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. 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, 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 Groveland water?
Monitoring has detected 8 contaminants in Groveland's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 3 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Groveland water have PFAS?
Yes. 3 PFAS compounds have been detected in Groveland'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 Groveland get its drinking water?
Groveland'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. Groveland is served by one water system: GROVELAND TOWNSHIP WATER DISTRICT.
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