A95/100
PONTOON BEACH PWD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,325 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1195300
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – August 8, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2024 – August 23, 2024Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 PONTOON BEACH PWD
Is PONTOON BEACH PWD water safe to drink?
PONTOON BEACH PWD water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PONTOON BEACH PWD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PONTOON BEACH PWD's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does PONTOON BEACH PWD have any EPA violations?
Yes, PONTOON BEACH PWD has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does PONTOON BEACH PWD serve?
PONTOON BEACH PWD serves approximately 3,325 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Pontoon Beach.
What type of water does PONTOON BEACH PWD provide?
PONTOON BEACH PWD sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IL1195300.
How does PONTOON BEACH PWD compare to other utilities in Illinois?
PONTOON BEACH PWD 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.