Rock Island County · 2,018 residents · 2 water systems
8
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
290
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
2
Above health guidelines
Port Byron drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Arsenic, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, and 4 others. Water hardness is 290 mg/L (very hard), which can cause scale buildup in appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.
Contaminants detected in Port Byron water
8 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Port Byron 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. 8 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Arsenic, 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 Port Byron water?
Monitoring has detected 8 contaminants in Port Byron's water supply: Lead, Arsenic, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride, Phosphorus Total. 2 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Port Byron water hard?
Yes. Port Byron water has a hardness of 290 mg/L (very hard). Hard water is not a health concern but can cause scale buildup in water heaters and appliances, reduce soap effectiveness, and leave mineral deposits. Water softeners or conditioning systems can address hardness.
Where does Port Byron get its drinking water?
Port Byron'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. Port Byron is served by 2 water systems, the largest being PORT BYRON (serving 1,668 people).
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