Western Springs, IL · Lead

Lead in Western Springs tap water

Lead was detected in Western Springs, but below the federal limit. See the measured values, the EPA source, and what removes lead.

Supplier: WESTERN SPRINGSBelow limitScore 89/100

Lead in Western Springs tap water

Lead was detected in Western Springs, but below the federal limit.

Below limit

The 90th-percentile tap result was 3.32 µg/L (below the 15 µg/L action level).

The 90th-percentile tap result was 3.32 µg/L (below the 15 µg/L action level).

This page focuses on lead in Western Springs; the full city report covers every measured contaminant.

Treatment capabilities that apply

  • NSF/ANSI 53 lead-certified filters
  • Reverse osmosis
  • Lead service line replacement
✓ Best match for what’s on record

NSF/ANSI 53 lead-reduction filter (optional)

lead

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Recommended because There is no safe level of lead, and older home plumbing can add it at the tap.

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Frequently asked questions

Sources

UCMR5 Analytical Results
UCMR5 Analytical Results: WESTERN SPRINGS (IL0313180)
US EPA · 2026-01-15
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State SDWIS Compliance Record
Lead & Copper Rule 90th-percentile: WESTERN SPRINGS (IL0313180)
US EPA SDWIS · 2026-07-09
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State SDWIS Compliance Record
EPA SDWIS Violations & Enforcement: WESTERN SPRINGS (IL0313180)
US EPA SDWIS · 2026-07-09
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