Carbondale
Is Carbondale tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Carbondale scores 9/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 4 local systems in Carbondale. We found 239 total violations (90 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Carbondale?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
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Filtration technologies matched to Carbondale contaminant records.
Baby Formula Safety
Guidance on preparing infant formula using municipal tap water in Carbondale.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Carbondale directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. With a score of 9/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Carbondale
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Carbondale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carbondale tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Carbondale scores 9/100.
How many water systems serve Carbondale?
Carbondale is served by 4 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Carbondale?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Carbondale.
What is the water quality score for Carbondale?
The water quality score for Carbondale is 9 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 4 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Carbondale?
The top contaminants detected in Carbondale include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Carbondale Water Quality Summary
Carbondale, IL receives a water quality score of 9/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.
Carbondale's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Carbondale's score of 9 is 57 points below the Illinois state average of 66, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Illinois water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Carbondale (4)
Devils Kitchen Water District
FCarbondale
FBuncombe Water District
FLakeside Pwd
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