Randolph County · 1,960 residents · 1 water system
4
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
152
Hardness (mg/L)
1
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Steeleville drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Radium, Barium, Fluoride. Water hardness is 152 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Steeleville water
4 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Steeleville tap water has 1 contaminant currently measured above EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels), and 1 above independent health guidelines. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Radium, Barium, Fluoride. 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 Steeleville water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Steeleville's water supply: Lead, Radium, Barium, Fluoride. 1 of these are above EPA legal limits. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Steeleville water hard?
Yes. Steeleville water has a hardness of 152 mg/L (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 Steeleville get its drinking water?
Steeleville'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. Steeleville is served by one water system: STEELEVILLE.
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