F0/100
WATERMAN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,506 people · Illinois
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
IL0370600
Violations
66
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 WATERMAN
Is WATERMAN water safe to drink?
WATERMAN water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 66 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WATERMAN detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WATERMAN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATERMAN have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATERMAN has 66 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does WATERMAN serve?
WATERMAN serves approximately 1,506 people, Illinois. The system provides water to 1 community: Waterman.
What type of water does WATERMAN provide?
WATERMAN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is IL0370600.
How does WATERMAN compare to other utilities in Illinois?
WATERMAN scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Illinois state page for a full comparison of water systems.