Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency
EPA ID: IL0317580 · 1 people served · 1 ZIP code
In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1 resident that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency serves a community with a median household income of $59,688 and an estimated 7,906 residents across its service area. Approximately 93% 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?
Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency'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
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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
Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency (EPA ID: IL0317580) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 1 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 60155 in Broadview.
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
- 60155 — Broadview
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency (IL0317580) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency serve?
Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency serves approximately 1 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does Broadview-westchester Joint Water Agency get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.