Is Beecher City, IL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Beecher City, IL tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Beecher City Get Its Water?
Water in Beecher City, IL is provided by 2 public water systems: E J WATER COOP and FAYETTE WATER COMPANY.
How Is Beecher City Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and calcium hypochlorite and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), post-ozone biofiltration and slow sand filtration.
What's in Beecher City Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Beecher City public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Beecher City
Current EPA monitoring data for Beecher City shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Beecher City Tap Water
Is Beecher City tap water safe to drink?
Beecher City tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Beecher City tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Beecher City water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Beecher City get its drinking water?
Beecher City receives water from 2 public water systems, including E J WATER COOP.
Do I need a water filter in Beecher City?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Beecher City. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Beecher City tap water tested?
Public water systems in Beecher City are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-06-03.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Beecher City
- 62414 - Beecher City tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Beecher City, IL
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- E J WATER COOPLooks OK
- FAYETTE WATER COMPANYLooks OK
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