Phoenix drinking water comes from a mix of groundwater and surface water sources. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5).
Contaminants detected in Phoenix water
4 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Phoenix tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 3 contaminants are present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, 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 Phoenix water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Phoenix's water supply: Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 3 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Where does Phoenix get its drinking water?
Phoenix'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. Phoenix is served by 4 water systems, the largest being PHOENIX (serving 1,994 people).
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