Water System Report IL

Snake Trail Wtr Assn

EPA ID: IL0495350 · 120 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Snake Trail Wtr Assn has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 120 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

120
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$226K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Snake Trail Wtr Assn Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$94,183
Median Household Income
3,693
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Snake Trail Wtr Assn serves a community with a median household income of $94,183 and an estimated 3,693 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Snake Trail Wtr Assn'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Effingham 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% 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.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $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 $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

Snake Trail Wtr Assn (EPA ID: IL0495350) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 120 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62467 in Teutopolis.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Snake Trail Wtr Assn (IL0495350) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snake Trail Wtr Assn water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Snake Trail Wtr Assn has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Snake Trail Wtr Assn serve?

Snake Trail Wtr Assn serves approximately 120 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Snake Trail Wtr Assn 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
48
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 120
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?
Snake Trail Wtr Assn meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Snake Trail Wtr Assn serve?
Snake Trail Wtr Assn serves approximately 120 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Snake Trail Wtr Assn's water source?
Snake Trail Wtr Assn draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Snake Trail Wtr Assn's service area?
The Snake Trail Wtr Assn service area has a median household income of $94,183. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Snake Trail Wtr Assn get its water?
Snake Trail Wtr Assn'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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