Water System Report IL

Hartsburg

EPA ID: IL1070250 · 262 people served · 1 ZIP code

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Hartsburg has supplied tap water to 262 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
262
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0046 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$99K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$80,265
Median Household Income
750
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
94%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hartsburg serves a community with a median household income of $80,265 and an estimated 750 residents across its service area. Approximately 94% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hartsburg'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Logan County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

70 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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

Hartsburg (EPA ID: IL1070250) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 262 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62643 in Hartsburg.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
62643 0.0046 mg/L No N/A

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hartsburg (IL1070250) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hartsburg water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Hartsburg has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Hartsburg serve?

Hartsburg serves approximately 262 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Hartsburg get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: HARTSBURG Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
155
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 262
Reported to Illinois

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Hartsburg safe to drink?
Hartsburg has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Hartsburg meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hartsburg serve?
Hartsburg serves approximately 262 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hartsburg's water source?
Hartsburg draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hartsburg's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0046 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hartsburg's service area?
The Hartsburg service area has a median household income of $80,265. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hartsburg get its water?
Hartsburg'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.

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1

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3

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