A90/100
WAMAC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,030 people · Illinois
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
IL1214920
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 27, 2022Enforcement: 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 WAMAC
Is WAMAC water safe to drink?
WAMAC water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WAMAC detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WAMAC's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WAMAC have any EPA violations?
Yes, WAMAC has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does WAMAC serve?
WAMAC serves approximately 1,030 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Wamac.
What type of water does WAMAC provide?
WAMAC sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is IL1214920.
How does WAMAC compare to other utilities in Illinois?
WAMAC scores 90/100 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.