Water System Report IL

Bellflower

EPA ID: IL1130150 · 343 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Bellflower reported no EPA violations for its service population of 343.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
343
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00262 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$134K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$87,143
Median Household Income
493
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bellflower serves a community with a median household income of $87,143 and an estimated 493 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% 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

Bellflower'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

71 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

Bellflower (EPA ID: IL1130150) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 343 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 61724 in Bellflower.

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
61724 0.00262 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 Bellflower (IL1130150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bellflower water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Bellflower serve?

Bellflower serves approximately 343 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Bellflower 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: BELLFLOWER 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
178
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 343
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 Bellflower safe to drink?
Bellflower 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?
Bellflower meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bellflower serve?
Bellflower serves approximately 343 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Bellflower's water source?
Bellflower draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bellflower's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00262 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bellflower's service area?
The Bellflower service area has a median household income of $87,143. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bellflower get its water?
Bellflower'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

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3

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