Champaign County · 36,105 residents · 8 water systems
2
Contaminants detected
1
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
2
Above health guidelines
Marion drinking water comes from a mix of groundwater and surface water sources. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Marion water.
Contaminants detected in Marion water
2 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Marion tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 2 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). 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 Marion water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Marion's water supply: Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Marion water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Marion'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 Marion get its drinking water?
Marion's drinking water comes from a combination of groundwater and surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Marion is served by 8 water systems, the largest being MARION (serving 16,855 people).
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