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Official Status: March 2026

Is Springfield tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 77/100.

Safety Score
77
out of 100

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Springfield

Illinois

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Is Springfield tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 77/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Springfield. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 02:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Springfield.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Springfield?

Requirement Status
Recommended
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💡

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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Should you buy a water purifier in Springfield? See our analysis.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Springfield, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 77/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Uranium levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Score Breakdown for Springfield

EPA Compliance & Violations 85/100
Contaminant Safety Margin 77%

*Scores are calculated using weighted EPA monitoring data from the past 5 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springfield tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 77/100.

How many water systems serve Springfield?

Springfield is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Springfield?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Springfield.

What is the water quality score for Springfield?

The water quality score for Springfield is N/A out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Springfield?

The top contaminants detected in Springfield include Uranium, Lead, Arsenic. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
77/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
4
Population
127,100

Springfield Water Quality Summary

Springfield, IL receives a water quality score of 77/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

Springfield's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology →

Key Contaminants

Uranium Violation
45.4801 / 30 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 30 μg/L
Lead
14.0903 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
Arsenic
8.0079 / 10 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 10 μg/L
Turbidity
0.6218 / 1 NTU
0 NTU MCL: 1 NTU
Perchlorate
29.7257 / 56 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 56 μg/L
Selenium
24.4291 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Benzene
2.2793 / 5 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 5 μg/L
Manganese
22.3982 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L

Water Systems Serving Springfield (1)

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