C54/100
IL AMERICAN-PEORIA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 137,575 people · Illinois
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1435030
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.89 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.025 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
1,4-dioxane | 2.08 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1999.
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-PEORIA
Is IL AMERICAN-PEORIA water safe to drink?
IL AMERICAN-PEORIA water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 7 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has IL AMERICAN-PEORIA detected?
77 contaminants were tested in IL AMERICAN-PEORIA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), PFOS, Copper (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IL AMERICAN-PEORIA have any EPA violations?
Yes, IL AMERICAN-PEORIA has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1999. Violation types include TT, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does IL AMERICAN-PEORIA serve?
IL AMERICAN-PEORIA serves approximately 137,575 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Peoria.
What type of water does IL AMERICAN-PEORIA provide?
IL AMERICAN-PEORIA sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IL1435030.
How does IL AMERICAN-PEORIA compare to other utilities in Illinois?
IL AMERICAN-PEORIA scores 54/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.