Hillside Berkeley Water Commission
EPA ID: IL0315770 · 1 people served · 1 ZIP code
Unlike many utilities its size, Hillside Berkeley Water Commission carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 1 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Hillside Berkeley Water Commission serves a community with a median household income of $77,270 and an estimated 18,390 residents across its service area. Approximately 94% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 46% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hillside Berkeley Water Commission's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
About 1% of homes in Cook County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.
System Overview
Hillside Berkeley Water Commission (EPA ID: IL0315770) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 1 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 60104 in Bellwood.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 60104 — Bellwood
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hillside Berkeley Water Commission (IL0315770) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hillside Berkeley Water Commission water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Hillside Berkeley Water Commission has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Hillside Berkeley Water Commission serve?
Hillside Berkeley Water Commission serves approximately 1 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does Hillside Berkeley Water Commission get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.