Water System Report IL

Il American-granite City

EPA ID: IL1195030 ยท 33,572 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-granite City (IL1195030): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Il American-granite City shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 33,572 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 77
Avg Safety Score
33,572
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$107K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Il American-granite City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$60,558
Median Household Income
88,302
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
41th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Il American-granite City serves a community with a median household income of $60,558 and an estimated 88,302 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Il American-granite City'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
51th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 20 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Woodridge
33,566 people
B 1 violation
B 1 violation
Glendale Heights
33,176 people
B 2 violations
St Charles
33,103 people
C 2 violations
Northbrook
34,407 people
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,386
Radon Mitigation $514
PFAS Treatment $429
Water Filtration $43
Total Estimated Cost $2,371

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,371 (one-time) vs. $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

Il American-granite City (EPA ID: IL1195030) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 33,572 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (77/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 3 of 7 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 accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.006 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 2 (Moderate 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 Il American-granite City (IL1195030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Il American-granite City water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Il American-granite City in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Il American-granite City serve?

Il American-granite City serves approximately 33,572 people across 7 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Il American-granite City 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
6
Latest sample
8/1/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 17.4 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 17.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 4.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 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†’

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Il American-granite City safe to drink?
Il American-granite City earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Il American-granite City meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Il American-granite City serve?
Il American-granite City serves approximately 33,572 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Il American-granite City's water source?
Il American-granite City draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Il American-granite City's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Il American-granite City's service area?
The Il American-granite City service area has a median household income of $60,558. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Il American-granite City get its water?
Il American-granite City'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Il American-granite City, IL: Serves 34K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1195030/
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