Water System Report IL

Biggsville

EPA ID: IL0710050 · 273 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Biggsville shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 273 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
273
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$110K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Biggsville Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$99,167
Median Household Income
601
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Biggsville serves a community with a median household income of $99,167 and an estimated 601 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Biggsville'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Henderson County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 91% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Biggsville (EPA ID: IL0710050) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 273 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 61418 in Biggsville.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
61418 0.005 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

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

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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 Biggsville (IL0710050) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Biggsville water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Biggsville serve?

Biggsville serves approximately 273 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Biggsville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
163
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 273
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

Is water from Biggsville safe to drink?
Biggsville earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Biggsville meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Biggsville serve?
Biggsville serves approximately 273 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Biggsville's water source?
Biggsville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Biggsville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Biggsville's service area?
The Biggsville service area has a median household income of $99,167. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Biggsville get its water?
Biggsville'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.
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