Water System Report IL

Acorn Acres Mhp

EPA ID: IL1590220 · 52 people served · 1 ZIP code

Acorn Acres Mhp earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 52 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

52
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$112K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$60,133
Median Household Income
12,406
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Acorn Acres Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $60,133 and an estimated 12,406 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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?

Surface Water

Acorn Acres Mhp'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Richland 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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. 1 detection 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $1,200 (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

Acorn Acres Mhp (EPA ID: IL1590220) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 52 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62450 in Olney.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free 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 Acorn Acres Mhp (IL1590220) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acorn Acres Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Acorn Acres Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Acorn Acres Mhp serve?

Acorn Acres Mhp serves approximately 52 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Acorn Acres Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Acorn Acres Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Acorn Acres Mhp serve?
Acorn Acres Mhp serves approximately 52 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Acorn Acres Mhp's water source?
Acorn Acres Mhp draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Acorn Acres Mhp's service area?
The Acorn Acres Mhp service area has a median household income of $60,133. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Acorn Acres Mhp get its water?
Acorn Acres Mhp'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.
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