National Drinking Water Database
Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene in Illinois
Indeno(1,2,3-cd)pyrene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) released from incomplete combustion of coal, wood, gasoline and incineration of municipal waste; it is a constituent of gasoline and motor oil and a pollutant from road runoff.
The Most Polluted Communities in Illinois
1 water utilities reported detecting Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene in tap water since 2004, according to EWG's analysis of water quality data supplied by state water agencies
Ranked by highest average Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene 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 Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene
| 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 Indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene in Illinois
There are no violations reported for this contaminant in Illinois