A82/100
SANGAMON VALLEY PWD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,300 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0195150
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – June 11, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – June 11, 2025Enforcement: 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 SANGAMON VALLEY PWD
Is SANGAMON VALLEY PWD water safe to drink?
SANGAMON VALLEY PWD water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SANGAMON VALLEY PWD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SANGAMON VALLEY PWD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SANGAMON VALLEY PWD have any EPA violations?
Yes, SANGAMON VALLEY PWD has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does SANGAMON VALLEY PWD serve?
SANGAMON VALLEY PWD serves approximately 5,300 people, Illinois.
What type of water does SANGAMON VALLEY PWD provide?
SANGAMON VALLEY PWD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0195150.
How does SANGAMON VALLEY PWD compare to other utilities in Illinois?
SANGAMON VALLEY PWD scores 82/100 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.