Historical Compliance Records IL

Wasco Sd

EPA ID: IL0890110 ยท 4,000 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wasco Sd (IL0890110): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. Wasco Sd carries 3 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 4,000 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 64
Avg Safety Score
4,000
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00151 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$366K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wasco Sd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$124,058
Median Household Income
41,792
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wasco Sd serves a community with a median household income of $124,058 and an estimated 41,792 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Wasco Sd'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Wasco Sd compares to EPA limits

Combined Radium 1 pCi/L (20% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 5 pCi/L
Gross Beta 2 pCi/L (4% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.002 ppt, PFOS: 0.014 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,050
PFAS Treatment $125
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $2,450

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,450 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Wasco Sd (EPA ID: IL0890110) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 4,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (64/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
July 1, 2022 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Beta Radionuclides 2 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00151 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Wasco Sd (IL0890110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wasco Sd water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Wasco Sd; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Wasco Sd serve?

Wasco Sd serves approximately 4,000 people across 4 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Wasco Sd get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Wasco Sd safe to drink?
Wasco Sd has a C safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Wasco Sd's water?
Detected contaminants include Combined Radium, Gross Beta. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 recorded violations, 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 Wasco Sd serve?
Wasco Sd serves approximately 4,000 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Wasco Sd's water source?
Wasco Sd draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Wasco Sd's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00151 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Wasco Sd's service area?
The Wasco Sd service area has a median household income of $124,058. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wasco Sd get its water?
Wasco Sd'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wasco Sd (IL): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il0890110/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

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