Macoupin County · 4,592 residents · 2 water systems
4
Contaminants detected
0
PFAS compounds
160
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Virden drinking water comes from surface water. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). PFAS testing has been conducted with no detections. Water hardness is 160 mg/L (hard), which is within a typical range for the region.
Contaminants detected in Virden water
4 total
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Virden tap water meets EPA legal standards (Maximum Contaminant Levels). However, 1 contaminant is present above independent health guidelines, which are often stricter than legal limits. 4 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, 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 Virden water?
Monitoring has detected 4 contaminants in Virden's water supply: Lead, Copper, Total Trihalomethanes, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Virden water have PFAS?
Virden's water has been tested for PFAS compounds with no detections. Testing was conducted as part of the EPA's Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) program.
Is Virden water hard?
Yes. Virden water has a hardness of 160 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 Virden get its drinking water?
Virden's drinking water comes from surface water sources. The water is treated and tested according to Illinois EPA and EPA requirements before distribution. Virden is served by 2 water systems, the largest being VIRDEN (serving 3,274 people).
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