A83/100
HARTFORD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,260 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1190500
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – January 5, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 HARTFORD
Is HARTFORD water safe to drink?
HARTFORD water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARTFORD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HARTFORD's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does HARTFORD have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARTFORD has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARTFORD serve?
HARTFORD serves approximately 1,260 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Hartford.
What type of water does HARTFORD provide?
HARTFORD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1190500.
How does HARTFORD compare to other utilities in Illinois?
HARTFORD scores 83/100 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.