B77/100
FARMER CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,055 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IL0390150
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.46 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 FARMER CITY
Is FARMER CITY water safe to drink?
FARMER CITY water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 28 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FARMER CITY detected?
28 contaminants were tested in FARMER CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FARMER CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FARMER CITY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FARMER CITY serve?
FARMER CITY serves approximately 2,055 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Farmer City.
What type of water does FARMER CITY provide?
FARMER CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0390150.
How does FARMER CITY compare to other utilities in Illinois?
FARMER CITY scores 77/100 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.