Current Health-Based Noncompliance IL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Silvis

EPA ID: IL1610700 ยท 7,473 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Silvis (IL1610700): 4 unresolved EPA violations on record. The EPA enforcement database lists 4 active violations for Silvis - a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 7,473 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 50
Avg Safety Score
7,473
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
41
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
8
Contaminants Flagged
$141K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Silvis Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$66,827
Median Household Income
32,771
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Silvis serves a community with a median household income of $66,827 and an estimated 32,771 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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

Silvis'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Silvis compares to EPA limits

Lead 3 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 3 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 23 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections 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 โ†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Marengo
7,572 people
B 0 violations
Vandalia
7,616 people
5 violations
North Tazewell Pwd
7,625 people
4 violations
Rockton
7,685 people
D 3 violations
Clinton
7,200 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,600
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $4,567

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,567 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Silvis (EPA ID: IL1610700) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 7,473 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (50/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 3 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

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 36 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 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, 2026 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 22, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 13, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 23 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Lead Inorganic 3 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0017 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Silvis (IL1610700) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silvis water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Silvis. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Silvis serve?

Silvis serves approximately 7,473 people across 3 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Silvis get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Silvis safe to drink?
Silvis has a D safety grade based on 41 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Silvis's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Silvis serve?
Silvis serves approximately 7,473 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Silvis's water source?
Silvis draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Silvis's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Silvis's service area?
The Silvis service area has a median household income of $66,827. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Silvis get its water?
Silvis'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Silvis (IL): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1610700/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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