Historical Compliance Records IL 8 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Mount Zion

EPA ID: IL1150350 ยท 5,833 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Mount Zion (IL1150350): 8 past health-based violations, since resolved. Within the five-year EPA monitoring span, Mount Zion accumulated 10 violations - every finding has been resolved and the utility operates in full compliance today, supplying water to approximately 5,833 people without any active enforcement proceedings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
5,833
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mount Zion Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$71,947
Median Household Income
43,785
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
48th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mount Zion serves a community with a median household income of $71,947 and an estimated 43,785 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.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mount Zion'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
34th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
28th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

69 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 95% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mount Zion compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 8 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.002 ppt, PFOS: 0.014 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Pinckneyville
5,804 people
15 violations
Hoopeston
5,802 people
0 violations
Pana
5,800 people
32 violations
East Alton
5,786 people
C 1 violation
Peoria Heights
5,908 people
D 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Lead Pipe Replacement PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,320
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,008
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $3,728

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $5,995

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$8,165
10 years
$16,330
20 years
$32,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,728 (one-time) vs. $16,330 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

Mount Zion (EPA ID: IL1150350) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 5,833 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 3 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 10 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 10 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
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
June 6, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 8 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

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 Mount Zion (IL1150350) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Zion water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Mount Zion; its 10 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Mount Zion serve?

Mount Zion serves approximately 5,833 people across 5 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Mount Zion 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.

Samples collected
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
10/8/2024
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 3.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 3.4 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Mount Zion safe to drink?
Mount Zion has a C safety grade based on 10 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mount Zion's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants 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 Mount Zion serve?
Mount Zion serves approximately 5,833 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Mount Zion's water source?
Mount Zion draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mount Zion's service area?
The Mount Zion service area has a median household income of $71,947. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mount Zion get its water?
Mount Zion'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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Mount Zion (IL): 8 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1150350/
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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

Mount Zion (EPA ID: IL1150350) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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