Current Noncompliance IL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion

EPA ID: IL1555050 · 450 people served · 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion (IL1555050): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion show 2 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 450 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

450
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00143 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$199K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,500
Median Household Income
2,765
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion serves a community with a median household income of $82,500 and an estimated 2,765 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $900
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion (EPA ID: IL1555050) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 450 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 2, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00143 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.

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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 Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion (IL1555050) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion serve?

Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion serves approximately 450 people across 4 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion serve?
Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion serves approximately 450 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion's water source?
Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00143 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion's service area?
The Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion service area has a median household income of $82,500. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion get its water?
Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion'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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lake Thunderbird Subdivsion (IL): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1555050/
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