When: February 8, 2024 – March 7, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 29, 2022 – March 31, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 RICHTON PARK
Is RICHTON PARK water safe to drink?
RICHTON PARK water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 66 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RICHTON PARK detected?
66 contaminants were tested in RICHTON PARK's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RICHTON PARK have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICHTON PARK has 66 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICHTON PARK serve?
RICHTON PARK serves approximately 12,504 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Richton Park.
What type of water does RICHTON PARK provide?
RICHTON PARK sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0312550.
How does RICHTON PARK compare to other utilities in Illinois?
RICHTON PARK scores 15/100 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.