Valier
EPA ID: IL0550600 · 1,182 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Valier (IL0550600): 2 violations on record since 2021. Valier's EPA record lists 2 historical violations, and none is listed as open in that record; the utility supplies water to 1,182 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Valier Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Valier have a median household income of $66,763 and about 2,235 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 75% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Valier'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.
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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Valier (EPA ID: IL0550600) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 1,182 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 62865 in Mulkeytown.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2021 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Chloramine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chloramine | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
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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.
- 62865 - Mulkeytown
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Valier (IL0550600) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Valier water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Valier; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Valier serve?
Valier serves approximately 1,182 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does Valier get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Valier (IL): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0550600/
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What You Can Do
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