The Meadows
EPA ID: IL1030060 · 238 people served · 1 ZIP code
Water monitoring for The Meadows: clean, five years, 238 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The The Meadows serves a community with a median household income of $75,417 and an estimated 3,532 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
The Meadows'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.
About 3% of homes in Lee County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
The Meadows (EPA ID: IL1030060) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 238 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 61310 in Amboy.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 61310 — Amboy
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for The Meadows (IL1030060) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Meadows water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, The Meadows has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does The Meadows serve?
The Meadows serves approximately 238 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does The Meadows get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.