A83/100
EFFINGHAM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,252 people · Illinois
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL0490250
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 EFFINGHAM
Is EFFINGHAM water safe to drink?
EFFINGHAM water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EFFINGHAM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EFFINGHAM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EFFINGHAM have any EPA violations?
Yes, EFFINGHAM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does EFFINGHAM serve?
EFFINGHAM serves approximately 12,252 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Effingham.
What type of water does EFFINGHAM provide?
EFFINGHAM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IL0490250.
How does EFFINGHAM compare to other utilities in Illinois?
EFFINGHAM scores 83/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.