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Tap Water Quality in Springfield, Illinois (ZIP 62796)

Serving Springfield, Illinois

Warning
6 above health guidelines
1
City
55+
Tested
6
Above Guidelines
3
Utilities

Is the Tap Water Safe in Springfield, Illinois?

Tap water in Springfield, Illinois (ZIP 62796) has 6 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

ZIP 62796 is served by 3 water utilities providing water to Springfield. Water quality varies by utility and city. Click on the cities below to see detailed reports for your specific area.

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Water Quality Report for ZIP 62796

2 contaminants above EPA health guidelines

These levels represent the worst case across all cities in this ZIP code. Check individual city reports for specific details.

Bromodichloromethane

Found in Springfield

9.1 PPB
Guideline: 0 PPB
Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA)

Found in Springfield

0.0199 PPM
Guideline: 0 PPM

Water Utilities Serving ZIP 62796

WESTWOOD PLACE

People Served:

198

Contact:
217-585-8989

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

15

OAKWOOD ESTATES

People Served:

420

Contact:
217-523-0498

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

25

ROUND PRAIRIE WATER COOP

People Served:

827

Contact:
217-925-5566

Water Source:

Surface water purchased

Contaminants Tested:

15

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Best Water Filters for Springfield (ZIP 62796)

Based on the contaminants found in your area, we recommend NSF-certified water filters that can remove the specific contaminants above health guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Springfield Tap Water

Is the tap water safe in Springfield, Illinois (ZIP 62796)?

Tap water in Springfield, Illinois (ZIP 62796) has 6 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one of the 1 city served. We recommend reviewing the detailed city reports below and considering a certified water filter for additional protection.

Which water utilities serve ZIP code 62796?

ZIP code 62796 is served by 3 water utilities: WESTWOOD PLACE, OAKWOOD ESTATES, ROUND PRAIRIE WATER COOP.

How do I pay my water bill in Springfield (ZIP 62796)?

ROUND PRAIRIE WATER COOP (the largest utility serving ZIP 62796) handles billing for most Springfield addresses. Call 217-925-5566 to pay your bill or set up online payments. Other utilities serve smaller pockets of this ZIP — check the utility list below if you don't recognize ROUND PRAIRIE WATER COOP.

What contaminants are in Springfield water (ZIP 62796)?

Water testing in ZIP 62796 found 2 contaminants above EPA health guidelines: Bromodichloromethane, Dichloroacetic Acid (DCA).

Should I use a water filter in Springfield (ZIP 62796)?

Yes, we recommend using an NSF-certified water filter for ZIP 62796 because 6 contaminants are above EPA health guidelines. Reverse osmosis systems or under-sink filters certified to remove the specific contaminants found in your water are recommended.

What cities are in ZIP code 62796?

ZIP code 62796 serves Springfield, Illinois.

How we built this page

Water-quality data on this page comes from public federal and state records for the 3 utilityies serving ZIP 62796. We refresh each utility's record whenever its underlying source publishes new data.

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