Water System Report IL

Il American-hardin County

EPA ID: IL0690020 · 1,373 people served · 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-hardin County (IL0690020): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Il American-hardin County stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 1,373 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,373
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$148K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Il American-hardin County Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,625
Median Household Income
6,288
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
64th
Poverty Percentile
94th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Il American-hardin County serves a community with a median household income of $55,625 and an estimated 6,288 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Groundwater

Il American-hardin County's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
62th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
24th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 62th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $480
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $180
Total Estimated Cost $1,060

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

Il American-hardin County (EPA ID: IL0690020) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 1,373 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

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 Il American-hardin County (IL0690020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Il American-hardin County water safe to drink?

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

Il American-hardin County serves approximately 1,373 people across 5 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Il American-hardin County get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Il American-hardin County 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-hardin County serve?
Il American-hardin County serves approximately 1,373 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Il American-hardin County's water source?
Il American-hardin County draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Il American-hardin County's service area?
The Il American-hardin County service area has a median household income of $55,625. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Il American-hardin County get its water?
Il American-hardin County's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Il American-hardin County Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0690020/
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