A82/100
LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,850 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1155150
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS
Is LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS water safe to drink?
LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS have any EPA violations?
Yes, LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS serve?
LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS serves approximately 7,850 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Long Creek.
What type of water does LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS provide?
LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1155150.
How does LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS compare to other utilities in Illinois?
LONG CREEK TOWNSHIP PWS scores 82/100 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.