B67/100

AUBURN — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,574 people · Illinois

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
System ID
IL1670050
Violations
13

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

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 AUBURN

Is AUBURN water safe to drink?

AUBURN water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has AUBURN detected?

31 contaminants were tested in AUBURN's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does AUBURN have any EPA violations?

Yes, AUBURN has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 5 are health-based violations.

How many people does AUBURN serve?

AUBURN serves approximately 4,574 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Auburn.

What type of water does AUBURN provide?

AUBURN sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IL1670050.

How does AUBURN compare to other utilities in Illinois?

AUBURN scores 67/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.

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