A83/100
NORTH PARK PWD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 35,580 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL2015500
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 PARK PWD
Is NORTH PARK PWD water safe to drink?
NORTH PARK PWD water receives a grade of A (83/100), 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 NORTH PARK PWD detected?
66 contaminants were tested in NORTH PARK PWD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH PARK PWD have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH PARK PWD has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH PARK PWD serve?
NORTH PARK PWD serves approximately 35,580 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Machesney Park.
What type of water does NORTH PARK PWD provide?
NORTH PARK PWD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL2015500.
How does NORTH PARK PWD compare to other utilities in Illinois?
NORTH PARK PWD scores 83/100 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.