Water Quality Report
Hines, IL
Cook County · 60 residents · 1 water system
3
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Hines drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).
Contaminants detected in Hines water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lead0.0013 / 0.015 mg/L
8% of EPA limit
Total Trihalomethanes33 / 80 ug/L
41% of EPA limit
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)23 / 60 ug/L
38% of EPA limit
Microplastics (not routinely tested)
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hines, IL tap water safe to drink?
Hines 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. 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, 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 Hines water?
Monitoring has detected 3 contaminants in Hines's water supply: Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Hines get its drinking water?
Hines's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Hines is served by one water system: EDWARD HINES JR V A HOSPITAL.
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