A95/100
IL AMERICAN-CAIRO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,821 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0035030
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1996.
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 IL AMERICAN-CAIRO
Is IL AMERICAN-CAIRO water safe to drink?
IL AMERICAN-CAIRO water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has IL AMERICAN-CAIRO detected?
1 contaminants were tested in IL AMERICAN-CAIRO's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IL AMERICAN-CAIRO have any EPA violations?
Yes, IL AMERICAN-CAIRO has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1996. Violation types include MR.
How many people does IL AMERICAN-CAIRO serve?
IL AMERICAN-CAIRO serves approximately 1,821 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Cairo.
What type of water does IL AMERICAN-CAIRO provide?
IL AMERICAN-CAIRO sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0035030.
How does IL AMERICAN-CAIRO compare to other utilities in Illinois?
IL AMERICAN-CAIRO scores 95/100 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.