A94/100
IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 150,000 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0195300
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 530.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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-CHAMPAIGN
Is IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN water safe to drink?
IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 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-CHAMPAIGN detected?
73 contaminants were tested in IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN have any EPA violations?
Yes, IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR.
How many people does IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN serve?
IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN serves approximately 150,000 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Champaign.
What type of water does IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN provide?
IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0195300.
How does IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN compare to other utilities in Illinois?
IL AMERICAN-CHAMPAIGN scores 94/100 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.