Il American-midwest Palos
EPA ID: IL0317050 · 126 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-midwest Palos (IL0317050): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Il American-midwest Palos sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 126 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Il American-midwest Palos Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Il American-midwest Palos serves a community with a median household income of $115,805 and an estimated 23,248 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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?
Il American-midwest Palos's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Illinois
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
Il American-midwest Palos (EPA ID: IL0317050) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 126 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.003 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by IL or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Il American-midwest Palos (IL0317050) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Il American-midwest Palos water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Il American-midwest Palos in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Il American-midwest Palos serve?
Il American-midwest Palos serves approximately 126 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.
Where does Il American-midwest Palos get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Il American-midwest Palos Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0317050/
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