Water System Report IL

Colona East

EPA ID: IL0730400 · 2,501 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Colona East (IL0730400): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Colona East - the supplier serving 2,501 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,501
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$199K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Colona East Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$93,770
Median Household Income
12,625
Service Area Population
32%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Colona East serves a community with a median household income of $93,770 and an estimated 12,625 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 32% 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

Colona East'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
65th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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2,513 people
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Kenilworth
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B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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

Colona East (EPA ID: IL0730400) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 2,501 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.001 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 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

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 Colona East (IL0730400) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colona East water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Colona East 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 Colona East serve?

Colona East serves approximately 2,501 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Colona East get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Colona East meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Colona East serve?
Colona East serves approximately 2,501 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Colona East's water source?
Colona East draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Colona East's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Colona East's service area?
The Colona East service area has a median household income of $93,770. EPA EJScreen data classifies 32% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Colona East get its water?
Colona East'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.). Colona East Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0730400/
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