National Drinking Water Database
Benzo[b]fluoranthene in Illinois
Benzo[b]fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) released from combustion of organic matter including fossil fuel and wood.
The Most Polluted Communities in Illinois
1 water utilities reported detecting Benzo[b]fluoranthene in tap water since 2004, according to EWG's analysis of water quality data supplied by state water agencies
Ranked by highest average Benzo[b]fluoranthene level
| Rank | System | Population Served | Positive test results of total reported tests | Average Level (Range) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lindenhurst Lindenhurst, IL | 14,632 | 1 of 8 | 0.02 ppb (0 to 0.14 ppb) |
Health Based Limits for Benzo[b]fluoranthene
| Standard | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| EPA Human Health Water Quality Criteria | Water quality criteria set by the US EPA provide guidance for states and tribes authorized to establish water quality standards under the Clean Water Act (CWA) to protect human health. These are non-enforceable standards based upon exposure by both drinking water and the contribution of water contamination to other consumed foods. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. | <0.01 ppb |
Violation Summary for Benzo[b]fluoranthene in Illinois
There are no violations reported for this contaminant in Illinois