Health Violations Found IL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Eagarville

EPA ID: IL1170300 · 127 people served · 1 ZIP code

Eagarville carries 5 open EPA violations that remain unresolved in the federal system — approximately 127 people fall within its service area.

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

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
127
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
17
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
6
Contaminants Flagged
$66K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$71,250
Median Household Income
138
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eagarville serves a community with a median household income of $71,250 and an estimated 138 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% 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.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Eagarville'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Macoupin 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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eagarville compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $700

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $700 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Eagarville (EPA ID: IL1170300) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 127 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62023 in Eagarville.

Average Home Safety Score: C (67/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 5 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 22, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 6 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 5 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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 2 (Moderate 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 Eagarville (IL1170300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eagarville water safe to drink?

Eagarville has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Eagarville serve?

Eagarville serves approximately 127 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Eagarville get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Eagarville safe to drink?
Eagarville has a C safety grade based on 17 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Eagarville's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Eagarville serve?
Eagarville serves approximately 127 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Eagarville's water source?
Eagarville draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Eagarville's service area?
The Eagarville service area has a median household income of $71,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eagarville get its water?
Eagarville'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Eagarville (EPA ID: IL1170300) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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