Historical Compliance Records IL

Dixon

EPA ID: IL1030200 ยท 15,096 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Dixon (IL1030200): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. Past issues aside, Dixon cleared all 2 violations and is compliant today, supplying 15,096 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

15,096
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,287
Median Household Income
43,606
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
55th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dixon serves a community with a median household income of $63,287 and an estimated 43,606 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

Dixon'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
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Dixon compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 1 pCi/L (2% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Macomb
15,051 people
10 violations
Il American-lincoln
15,200 people
1 violation
Bethalto
15,210 people
B 2 violations
Norridge
15,251 people
B 0 violations
Wauconda
15,349 people
B 1 violation

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.

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 $2,400 (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

Dixon (EPA ID: IL1030200) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 15,096 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 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 1 No
Stage 1 DBP 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.

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 Dixon (IL1030200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dixon water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Dixon; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Dixon serve?

Dixon serves approximately 15,096 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Dixon 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
348

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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Dixon's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Gross Beta. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Dixon serve?
Dixon serves approximately 15,096 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Dixon's water source?
Dixon draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Dixon's service area?
The Dixon service area has a median household income of $63,287. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Dixon get its water?
Dixon'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.). Dixon (IL): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1030200/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Dixon (EPA ID: IL1030200) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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