Il American-pontiac
EPA ID: IL1055030 · 11,864 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-pontiac (IL1055030): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Il American-pontiac carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 11,864 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Il American-pontiac Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Il American-pontiac serves a community with a median household income of $68,438 and an estimated 13,718 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?
Il American-pontiac'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Illinois
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
Il American-pontiac (EPA ID: IL1055030) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 11,864 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 61764 in Pontiac.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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 $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
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.
- 61764 - Pontiac
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Il American-pontiac (IL1055030) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Il American-pontiac water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Il American-pontiac 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 Il American-pontiac serve?
Il American-pontiac serves approximately 11,864 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.
Where does Il American-pontiac get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected
This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.
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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Il American-pontiac, IL: Serves 12K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1055030/
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