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Official Status: March 2026

Is Godfrey tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Mostly yes — Godfrey scores 85/100.

Safety Score
85
out of 100

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Godfrey

Illinois

View Illinois state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Godfrey tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Godfrey scores 85/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Godfrey. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 04:30 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Godfrey.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Godfrey?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Godfrey, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (85/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Godfrey a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Godfrey

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Godfrey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Godfrey tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Godfrey scores 85/100.

How many water systems serve Godfrey?

Godfrey is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Godfrey?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Godfrey.

What is the water quality score for Godfrey?

The water quality score for Godfrey is 85 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Godfrey?

Current contaminant data for Godfrey is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
85/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
35
Population
760,541

Godfrey Water Quality Summary

Godfrey, IL receives a water quality score of 85/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 35 public water systems serving the area.

Godfrey's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Godfrey's score of 85 is 16 points above the Illinois state average of 69, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For families and homebuyers looking at Godfrey, this large Illinois city's local water supply delivers a reassuring level of quality that sits comfortably above average. In a state characterized by the Midwest's blend of dense Chicago metro areas and agricultural downstate regions, managing water safety requires navigating diverse environmental influences. Because utility services are split across dozens of individual distribution systems, residents may experience slight variations in water characteristics depending on their location in the city. Overall, the local infrastructure maintains a reliable standard, offering peace of mind to those settling down in the area.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Illinois water quality rankings report →

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Water Systems Serving Godfrey (0)

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