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Water Quality Report

Van Orin, IL

Bureau County · 120 residents · 1 water system

6

Contaminants detected

0

PFAS compounds

223

Hardness (mg/L)

0

Above legal limits

0

Above health guidelines

Van Orin drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, and 2 others. Water hardness is 223 mg/L (very hard), which can cause scale buildup in appliances and reduce soap effectiveness.

Contaminants detected in Van Orin water

Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.

Lead0 / 0.015 mg/L
0% of EPA limit
23% of EPA limit
9% of EPA limit
Barium0.0578 / 2 mg/L
3% of EPA limit
Fluoride0.5 / 4 mg/L
13% of EPA limit
Phosphorus Total156 ug/L
Unregulated
Microplastics (not routinely tested)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Van Orin, IL tap water safe to drink?
Van Orin tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels) and independent health guidelines. 6 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride. Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. View the detailed report for each water system to see specific levels.
What contaminants are in Van Orin water?
Monitoring has detected 6 contaminants in Van Orin's water supply: Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Barium, Fluoride, Phosphorus Total. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Is Van Orin water hard?
Yes. Van Orin water has a hardness of 223 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 Van Orin get its drinking water?
Van Orin'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. Van Orin is served by one water system: VAN ORIN WATER COMPANY.

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