A95/100
NORMAL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 52,736 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1130900
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 NORMAL
Is NORMAL water safe to drink?
NORMAL water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORMAL detected?
66 contaminants were tested in NORMAL's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORMAL have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORMAL has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NORMAL serve?
NORMAL serves approximately 52,736 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Normal.
What type of water does NORMAL provide?
NORMAL sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1130900.
How does NORMAL compare to other utilities in Illinois?
NORMAL scores 95/100 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.