A86/100
MALTA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,143 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
IL0370350
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 MALTA
Is MALTA water safe to drink?
MALTA water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MALTA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MALTA's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does MALTA have any EPA violations?
Yes, MALTA has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MR, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MALTA serve?
MALTA serves approximately 1,143 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Malta.
What type of water does MALTA provide?
MALTA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0370350.
How does MALTA compare to other utilities in Illinois?
MALTA scores 86/100 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.