F0/100
AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,862 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1115020
Violations
84
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES
Is AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES water safe to drink?
AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 84 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES have any EPA violations?
Yes, AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES has 84 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES serve?
AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES serves approximately 1,862 people, Illinois.
What type of water does AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES provide?
AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1115020.
How does AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES compare to other utilities in Illinois?
AQUA ILLINOIS-MCHENRY SHORES scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.