A87/100

SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 3,921 people · Illinois

Water Source
Groundwater
County
System ID
IL1655300
Violations
9

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

1

Health-Related

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: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2023 – March 4, 2025Enforcement: 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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 – October 17, 2022Rule: 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 SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT

Is SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT water safe to drink?

SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT detected?

31 contaminants were tested in SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT serve?

SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT serves approximately 3,921 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Eldorado.

What type of water does SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT provide?

SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1655300.

How does SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Illinois?

SALINE VALLEY CONSERVANCY DISTRICT 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.

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