A87/100
NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,975 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1195280
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 2004.
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 NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD
Is NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD water safe to drink?
NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD detected?
51 contaminants were tested in NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD serve?
NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD serves approximately 3,975 people, Illinois.
What type of water does NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD provide?
NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1195280.
How does NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD compare to other utilities in Illinois?
NORTH EAST CENTRAL PWD scores 87/100 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.