Current Noncompliance IL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Crab Orchard Estates

EPA ID: IL0775160 ยท 238 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Crab Orchard Estates (IL0775160): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, Crab Orchard Estates carried 1 violation still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 238 people across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

238
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$184K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Crab Orchard Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,313
Median Household Income
4,217
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Crab Orchard Estates serves a community with a median household income of $75,313 and an estimated 4,217 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Crab Orchard Estates'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Crab Orchard Estates compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,500
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $3,500

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,500 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Crab Orchard Estates (EPA ID: IL0775160) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 238 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62902 in Carbondale.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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.

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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 Crab Orchard Estates (IL0775160) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crab Orchard Estates water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Crab Orchard Estates serve?

Crab Orchard Estates serves approximately 238 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Crab Orchard Estates get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Crab Orchard Estates's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Crab Orchard Estates serve?
Crab Orchard Estates serves approximately 238 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Crab Orchard Estates's water source?
Crab Orchard Estates draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Crab Orchard Estates's service area?
The Crab Orchard Estates service area has a median household income of $75,313. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Crab Orchard Estates get its water?
Crab Orchard Estates'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Crab Orchard Estates (IL): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0775160/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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