B75/100
EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,750 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0290020
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 2019.
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 EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT
Is EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT serve?
EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 3,750 people, Illinois.
What type of water does EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT provide?
EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0290020.
How does EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Illinois?
EMBARRAS AREA WATER DISTRICT scores 75/100 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.