City overview · Kane County
PFAS in Elgin, IL
Low LevelEPA UCMR 5 tested 2 public water systems serving the Elgin area across 2 ZIP codes. Only trace PFAS were detected across Elgin's tested systems.
Plain English
01What this means for Elgin
The water systems serving the Elgin area measured only low, trace concentrations of PFAS — well below the EPA's Maximum Contaminant Levels. For most residents this represents minimal risk from drinking water. Review your specific ZIP below, and check your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for year-over-year trends.
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02Water systems serving Elgin
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03Find your exact result
Contamination can differ block to block. Select your ZIP code for the precise reading at the utility that serves your address.
Source & Methodology
About this data
City-level figures aggregate the individual public water systems tested under EPA UCMR 5 whose service area falls within the Elgin area. Values reflect water quality at the treatment plant; your home's plumbing can affect what reaches your tap. Select your ZIP above for the utility-specific reading.