A89/100
RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,877 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1850010
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.77 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Is RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (89/100), 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 RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serve?
RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,877 people, Illinois.
What type of water does RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT provide?
RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1850010.
How does RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Illinois?
RURAL WABASH COUNTY WATER DISTRICT scores 89/100 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.