A90/100
GORHAM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,143 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL0770350
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 6, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 GORHAM
Is GORHAM water safe to drink?
GORHAM water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GORHAM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GORHAM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does GORHAM have any EPA violations?
Yes, GORHAM has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GORHAM serve?
GORHAM serves approximately 1,143 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Gorham.
What type of water does GORHAM provide?
GORHAM 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 IL0770350.
How does GORHAM compare to other utilities in Illinois?
GORHAM scores 90/100 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.