CITY REPORT IL HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Bonfield, IL: 6 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$253K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.1% of home value)

Key Facts for Bonfield Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 76% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.92.

Bonfield's Water Providers

Sorted by reported population served, the top 2 of 2 public water systems mapped to Bonfield, IL appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Bonfield, Illinois (population ~1,597), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 81,600 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Bonfield water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0026 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Chloramine Disinfectant 2 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 2 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
60913 — 6 1 Aqua Illinois-kankakee

All ZIP Codes in Bonfield

  • 60913 - 6 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Bonfield Community Health Snapshot

10.7%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.7% ↑
Diabetes 13% ↑
Mental Health 17.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in Bonfield's Water?

Chloramine 2 violations
Disinfectant · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 4 mg/L
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL
Lead and Copper Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Bonfield Infrastructure Age

1977
Median Build Year
76%
Built Before 1986
42%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 76% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in Bonfield, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1977 is only context.

1977
Median Year Built
76%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
42%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (42%) 1970–1986 (34%) Post-1986 (24%)

Over half of homes in Bonfield were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in Bonfield

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Bonfield? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$252,500
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.1%

Estimated remediation costs in Bonfield can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 37% above the Illinois average.

Bonfield: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

76%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0026
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Bonfield?
EPA records list 6 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Bonfield water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Bonfield water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Bonfield is 0.0026 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How many water systems serve Bonfield?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Bonfield. The related population figure in our data is approximately 1,597 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Bonfield?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Bonfield: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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