A94/100
FERGES WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,185 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1995050
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 FERGES WATER DISTRICT
Is FERGES WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
FERGES WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FERGES WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FERGES WATER DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does FERGES WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FERGES WATER DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does FERGES WATER DISTRICT serve?
FERGES WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,185 people, Illinois.
What type of water does FERGES WATER DISTRICT provide?
FERGES 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 IL1995050.
How does FERGES WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Illinois?
FERGES WATER DISTRICT scores 94/100 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.