A93/100
SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,817 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL1195550
Violations
4
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE
Is SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE water safe to drink?
SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE water receives a grade of A (93/100), 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 SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE serve?
SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE serves approximately 2,817 people, Illinois.
What type of water does SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE provide?
SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL1195550.
How does SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE compare to other utilities in Illinois?
SOUTHERN IL UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE scores 93/100 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.