B60/100
IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,278 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1797050
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.01 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2019.
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-WASHINGTON ESTATES
Is IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES water safe to drink?
IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES detected?
2 contaminants were tested in IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES have any EPA violations?
Yes, IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES serve?
IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES serves approximately 1,278 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Washington.
What type of water does IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES provide?
IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1797050.
How does IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES compare to other utilities in Illinois?
IL AMERICAN-WASHINGTON ESTATES scores 60/100 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.