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BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,030 people · Illinois

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL0775420
Violations
16

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

2

Health-Related

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: August 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved

Monitoring Violation

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

When: August 1, 2025 – August 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Surface water treatment technique failure

When: July 1, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment Technique Violation

When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment Technique Violation

When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 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 BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT

Is BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?

BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 4 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT detected?

4 contaminants were tested in BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT serve?

BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,030 people, Illinois.

What type of water does BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT provide?

BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT 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 IL0775420.

How does BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Illinois?

BUNCOMBE WATER DISTRICT scores 72/100 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.