Springfield, IL

Springfield 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.

Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Springfield'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.

Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Springfield'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.

Springfield'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. Springfield is served by 12 water systems, the largest being SPRINGFIELD (serving 117,444 people).