D31/100
IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,864 people · Illinois
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1055030
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.36 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 290.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2016.
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-PONTIAC
Is IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC water safe to drink?
IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC detected?
70 contaminants were tested in IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC have any EPA violations?
Yes, IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC serve?
IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC serves approximately 11,864 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Pontiac.
What type of water does IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC provide?
IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC 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 IL1055030.
How does IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC compare to other utilities in Illinois?
IL AMERICAN-PONTIAC scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.