Historical Compliance Records IL

Unity Water Corporation

EPA ID: IL1315300 ยท 93 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Unity Water Corporation (IL1315300): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Records for Unity Water Corporation show 1 violation over the monitored period, with every finding addressed and officially closed - the provider, which serves approximately 93 people, carries no outstanding enforcement actions in the current EPA dataset and meets all applicable drinking water requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

93
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0041 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$182K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Unity Water Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,342
Median Household Income
7,568
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
77%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Unity Water Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $81,342 and an estimated 7,568 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Unity Water Corporation'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Unity Water Corporation compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 1 pCi/L (2% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Unity Water Corporation (EPA ID: IL1315300) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 93 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
January 1, 2023 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0041 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 Unity Water Corporation (IL1315300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unity Water Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Unity Water Corporation; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Unity Water Corporation serve?

Unity Water Corporation serves approximately 93 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Unity Water Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Unity Water Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Gross Beta. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 recorded violation, 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 Unity Water Corporation serve?
Unity Water Corporation serves approximately 93 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Unity Water Corporation's water source?
Unity Water Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Unity Water Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0041 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Unity Water Corporation's service area?
The Unity Water Corporation service area has a median household income of $81,342. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Unity Water Corporation get its water?
Unity Water Corporation'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Unity Water Corporation (IL): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1315300/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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Unity Water Corporation (EPA ID: IL1315300) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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