B61/100
PAYSON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,386 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0010550
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.44 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 PAYSON
Is PAYSON water safe to drink?
PAYSON water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PAYSON detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PAYSON's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAYSON have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAYSON has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PAYSON serve?
PAYSON serves approximately 1,386 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Payson.
What type of water does PAYSON provide?
PAYSON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0010550.
How does PAYSON compare to other utilities in Illinois?
PAYSON scores 61/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.