Water System Report IL

Il American-peoria

EPA ID: IL1435030 ยท 137,575 people served ยท 22 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Il American-peoria (IL1435030): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Il American-peoria stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 137,575 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 48
Avg Safety Score
137,575
People Served
22
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.009 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$170K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$74,967
Median Household Income
179,606
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
49th
Poverty Percentile
41th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Il American-peoria serves a community with a median household income of $74,967 and an estimated 179,606 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% 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

Il American-peoria'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
52th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
12th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

60 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 80% 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. 93 detections recorded. 18 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

Il American-east St Louis
131,368 people
B 0 violations
Rockford
147,051 people
C 10 violations
Il American-champaign
150,000 people
C 0 violations
Naperville
156,406 people
B 16 violations
Springfield
117,444 people
C 3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,778
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,091
PFAS Treatment $464
Water Filtration $136
Total Estimated Cost $4,669

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 $4,669 (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-peoria (EPA ID: IL1435030) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 137,575 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 22 ZIP codes across 14 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (48/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 14 of 22 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
0.009 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

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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-peoria (IL1435030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Il American-peoria water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Il American-peoria 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-peoria serve?

Il American-peoria serves approximately 137,575 people across 22 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Il American-peoria 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
290
Detections
16
Latest sample
8/1/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 8.8 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 8.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 7.5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 7.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 6.5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBS 4.8 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†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Il American-peoria safe to drink?
Il American-peoria has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Il American-peoria 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-peoria serve?
Il American-peoria serves approximately 137,575 people with drinking water across 22 ZIP codes.
What is Il American-peoria's water source?
Il American-peoria draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Il American-peoria's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.009 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Il American-peoria's service area?
The Il American-peoria service area has a median household income of $74,967. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Il American-peoria get its water?
Il American-peoria'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-peoria, IL: Serves 138K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1435030/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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