Water System Report IL

Aqua Illinois-oak Brook

EPA ID: IL0430055 · 5,361 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Aqua Illinois-oak Brook: clean, five years, 5,361 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

5,361
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$313K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aqua Illinois-oak Brook Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$100,084
Median Household Income
146,319
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aqua Illinois-oak Brook serves a community with a median household income of $100,084 and an estimated 146,319 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Aqua Illinois-oak Brook'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
63th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in DuPage County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
8 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 89% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.002 ppt, PFOS: 0.014 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Highwood
5,335 people
D 1 violation
Posen
5,331 people
C 2 violations
Pike County Pwd 1
5,327 people
0 violations
Robbins
5,415 people
C 19 violations
Sangamon Valley Pwd
5,300 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,517
Radon Mitigation $533
PFAS Treatment $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,150 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Aqua Illinois-oak Brook (EPA ID: IL0430055) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 5,361 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free 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 Aqua Illinois-oak Brook (IL0430055) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Illinois-oak Brook water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Aqua Illinois-oak Brook has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Aqua Illinois-oak Brook serve?

Aqua Illinois-oak Brook serves approximately 5,361 people across 6 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Aqua Illinois-oak Brook get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
10
Galvanized — Replacement Required
1,817
Unknown Material
210
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 5,361
Reported to Illinois

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aqua Illinois-oak Brook meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aqua Illinois-oak Brook serve?
Aqua Illinois-oak Brook serves approximately 5,361 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Aqua Illinois-oak Brook's water source?
Aqua Illinois-oak Brook draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aqua Illinois-oak Brook's service area?
The Aqua Illinois-oak Brook service area has a median household income of $100,084. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aqua Illinois-oak Brook get its water?
Aqua Illinois-oak Brook'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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