Water Quality Report
Mount Vernon, IL
15,793 residents · 1 water system
2
Contaminants detected
1
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
0
Above health guidelines
Mount Vernon drinking water comes from surface water. 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 Mount Vernon water.
Contaminants detected in Mount Vernon water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lead0 / 0.015 mg/L
0% of EPA limit
PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid)0.0099 ug/L
UnregulatedPFAS
PFAS (1 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)
Water systems serving Mount Vernon
Frequently asked questions
Is Mount Vernon, IL tap water safe to drink?
Mount Vernon tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Mount Vernon water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Mount Vernon's water supply: Lead, PFBA (Perfluorobutanoic Acid). Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Mount Vernon water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Mount Vernon'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 Mount Vernon get its drinking water?
Mount Vernon's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Mount Vernon is served by one water system: MOUNT VERNON.
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