F0/100
PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,022 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0895200
Violations
127
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.62 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN
Is PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN water safe to drink?
PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 127 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN have any EPA violations?
Yes, PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN has 127 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN serve?
PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN serves approximately 1,022 people, Illinois.
What type of water does PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN provide?
PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0895200.
How does PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN compare to other utilities in Illinois?
PRAIRIE PATH WATER COMPANY-LAKE MARIAN scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.