C46/100
FREEBURG — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,707 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1630600
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 FREEBURG
Is FREEBURG water safe to drink?
FREEBURG water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FREEBURG detected?
51 contaminants were tested in FREEBURG's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FREEBURG have any EPA violations?
Yes, FREEBURG has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does FREEBURG serve?
FREEBURG serves approximately 4,707 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Freeburg.
What type of water does FREEBURG provide?
FREEBURG 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 IL1630600.
How does FREEBURG compare to other utilities in Illinois?
FREEBURG scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.