Spring Valley drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, and 2 others. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Spring Valley water.
Contaminants detected in Spring Valley water
6 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Spring Valley tap water has 1 contaminant currently measured above EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels, how they compare to both legal limits and health guidelines, and what actions to take.
What contaminants are in Spring Valley water?
Monitoring has detected 6 contaminants in Spring Valley's water supply: Lead, Copper, Radium, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lithium. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 of these are above EPA legal limits. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Spring Valley water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Spring Valley'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 Spring Valley get its drinking water?
Spring Valley'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. Spring Valley is served by one water system: SPRING VALLEY.
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