C55/100
MORRIS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,775 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0630600
Violations
18
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – January 8, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 MORRIS
Is MORRIS water safe to drink?
MORRIS water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MORRIS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in MORRIS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MORRIS have any EPA violations?
Yes, MORRIS has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does MORRIS serve?
MORRIS serves approximately 14,775 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Morris.
What type of water does MORRIS provide?
MORRIS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0630600.
How does MORRIS compare to other utilities in Illinois?
MORRIS scores 55/100 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.