Forest City
EPA ID: IL1250010 · 222 people served · 3 ZIP codes
In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Forest City has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 222 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Forest City Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Forest City serves a community with a median household income of $69,042 and an estimated 2,929 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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?
Forest City'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.
About 1% of homes in Mason 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
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Forest City (EPA ID: IL1250010) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 222 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 Forest City (IL1250010) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forest City water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Forest City has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Forest City serve?
Forest City serves approximately 222 people across 3 ZIP codes in Illinois.
Where does Forest City get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.