Water System Report IL

Arrowsmith

EPA ID: IL1130100 · 315 people served · 1 ZIP code

Unlike many utilities its size, Arrowsmith carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 315 people.

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

C · 62
Avg Safety Score
315
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$122K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$96,786
Median Household Income
612
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Arrowsmith serves a community with a median household income of $96,786 and an estimated 612 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% 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

Arrowsmith'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in McLean 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 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.

System Overview

Arrowsmith (EPA ID: IL1130100) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 315 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 61722 in Arrowsmith.

Average Home Safety Score: C (62/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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 Arrowsmith (IL1130100) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arrowsmith water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Arrowsmith serve?

Arrowsmith serves approximately 315 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Arrowsmith get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
130
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 315
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 Arrowsmith safe to drink?
Arrowsmith 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?
Arrowsmith meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Arrowsmith serve?
Arrowsmith serves approximately 315 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Arrowsmith's water source?
Arrowsmith draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Arrowsmith's service area?
The Arrowsmith service area has a median household income of $96,786. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Arrowsmith get its water?
Arrowsmith'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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