Water Quality in Galesburg, IL
76 water systems serving 38,434 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Galesburg water systems is 2.1 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 556 |
| Health-based violations | 74 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Galesburg
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galesburg tap water safe to drink?
Galesburg 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 Galesburg, Illinois?
Galesburg has 76 public water systems serving approximately 38,434 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.1 ppb. There are 556 total violations on record.
Does Galesburg have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.1 ppb across Galesburg's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Galesburg?
76 public water systems are registered in Galesburg, Illinois with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 38,434 people.