Water Quality in Effingham, IL
25 water systems serving 17,946 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Effingham water systems is 0.6 ppb (Very low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 117 |
| Health-based violations | 23 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Effingham
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Effingham tap water safe to drink?
Effingham tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Effingham, Illinois?
Effingham has 25 public water systems serving approximately 17,946 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 0.6 ppb. There are 117 total violations on record.
Does Effingham have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 0.6 ppb across Effingham's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Effingham?
25 public water systems are registered in Effingham, Illinois with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 17,946 people.