Water Quality Report
Metcalf, IL
Edgar County · 139 residents · 1 water system
3
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Metcalf drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 3 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Nitrate, Nitrite.
Contaminants detected in Metcalf water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Metcalf, IL tap water safe to drink?
Metcalf 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, Nitrate, Nitrite. 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 Metcalf water?
Monitoring has detected 3 contaminants in Metcalf's water supply: Lead, Nitrate, Nitrite. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Metcalf get its drinking water?
Metcalf'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. Metcalf is served by one water system: METCALF.
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