Water Quality Report
Western Springs, IL
13,274 residents · 1 water system
2
Contaminants detected
1
PFAS compounds
—
Hardness (mg/L)
0
Above legal limits
1
Above health guidelines
Western Springs drinking water comes from groundwater wells. Based on the most recent monitoring data, 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels in Western Springs water.
Contaminants detected in Western Springs water
Detection does not necessarily mean unsafe levels. See individual reports for concentrations and EPA limits.
Lead0.002 / 0.015 mg/L
14% of EPA limit
Lithium66.7 ug/L
Unregulated
PFAS (1 compounds detected)
Microplastics (not routinely tested)
Water systems serving Western Springs
Frequently asked questions
Is Western Springs, IL tap water safe to drink?
Western Springs 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. 2 contaminants have been detected in the water supply, including Lead, Lithium. 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 Western Springs water?
Monitoring has detected 2 contaminants in Western Springs's water supply: Lead, Lithium. Additionally, 1 PFAS compounds have been detected at trace levels. 1 exceed health guidelines. See individual system reports for concentrations relative to EPA limits.
Does Western Springs water have PFAS?
Yes. 1 PFAS compounds have been detected in Western Springs'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 Western Springs get its drinking water?
Western Springs'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. Western Springs is served by one water system: WESTERN SPRINGS.
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