A87/100
PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,635 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1790030
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 10, 2023 – January 4, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 27, 2021Enforcement: 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 PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP
Is PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP water safe to drink?
PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP have any EPA violations?
Yes, PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP serve?
PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP serves approximately 1,635 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Pekin.
What type of water does PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP provide?
PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1790030.
How does PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP compare to other utilities in Illinois?
PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP 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.