Water System Report IL

Il American-valley View

EPA ID: IL0437350 ยท 6,721 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-valley View (IL0437350): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Il American-valley View has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 6,721.

Data: EPA SDWIS

6,721
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$460K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Il American-valley View Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$123,122
Median Household Income
151,023
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Il American-valley View serves a community with a median household income of $123,122 and an estimated 151,023 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Il American-valley View'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th 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 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 85% 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. 2 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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B 0 violations
Chillicothe
6,660 people
F 26 violations
0 violations
Litchfield
6,648 people
40 violations
Volo
6,629 people
21 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

Il American-valley View (EPA ID: IL0437350) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 6,721 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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-valley View (IL0437350) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Il American-valley View water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Il American-valley View 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-valley View serve?

Il American-valley View serves approximately 6,721 people across 4 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Il American-valley View get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
11/5/2024
Highest analyte
PFOA: 7.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 7.3 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Il American-valley View meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Il American-valley View serve?
Il American-valley View serves approximately 6,721 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Il American-valley View's water source?
Il American-valley View draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Il American-valley View's service area?
The Il American-valley View service area has a median household income of $123,122. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Il American-valley View get its water?
Il American-valley View'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Il American-valley View Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0437350/
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  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0437350/}
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