B78/100
HOOPESTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,802 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1830450
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.69 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 HOOPESTON
Is HOOPESTON water safe to drink?
HOOPESTON water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HOOPESTON detected?
32 contaminants were tested in HOOPESTON's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOOPESTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOOPESTON has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOOPESTON serve?
HOOPESTON serves approximately 5,802 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Hoopeston.
What type of water does HOOPESTON provide?
HOOPESTON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1830450.
How does HOOPESTON compare to other utilities in Illinois?
HOOPESTON scores 78/100 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.