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Official Status: March 2026

Is New Athens tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — New Athens scores 94/100.

Safety Score
94
out of 100

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New Athens

Illinois

View Illinois state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is New Athens tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — New Athens scores 94/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in New Athens. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 04:45 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 New Athens?

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 New Athens, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (94/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

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

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Compliance Record for New Athens

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 New Athens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Athens tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — New Athens scores 94/100.

How many water systems serve New Athens?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for New Athens?

The water quality score for New Athens is 94 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in New Athens?

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

Water Quality Score
94/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
1
Population
1,970

New Athens Water Quality Summary

New Athens, IL receives a water quality score of 94/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

New Athens'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.

New Athens's score of 94 is 25 points above the Illinois state average of 69, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

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 New Athens (0)

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