Pittsburg, IL: 4 Violations — 69/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Recent monitoring in Pittsburg shows middle-tier safety for IL — some systems are clean; others have logged EPA violations.
How Pittsburg Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Pittsburg Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 46% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.02 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Pittsburg
3 independent water providers serve Pittsburg, IL — 3 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Pittsburg, Illinois (population ~1,648), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 7,558 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Pittsburg: C (69/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Pittsburg water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Pittsburg
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62974 | C | 4 | 0 | Pittsburg |
All ZIP Codes in Pittsburg
- 62974 [C] — 4 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Pittsburg
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Pittsburg Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Pittsburg
With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
With a median build year of 1981, Pittsburg's housing stock reflects a city built across multiple eras. A substantial share of homes predate 1986 — the year lead solder in plumbing was federally banned — meaning the risk from plumbing materials is unevenly distributed across the city's neighborhoods and property types.
Most homes in Pittsburg were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Pittsburg Homeowners
Because property values in Pittsburg comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.
Remediation costs in Pittsburg are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,600 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 12% below the Illinois average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Pittsburg
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Routinely in Pittsburg, where 46% of housing predates the solder ban and aggregate utility readings hover near the federal threshold, a faucet-level draw functions as a standard household step for families with small kids.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Pittsburg
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Surface Water Treatment Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Pittsburg's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Pittsburg, IL