Galatia
EPA ID: IL1650150 · 887 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Galatia (IL1650150): 1 violation recorded with unresolved status in the SDWIS data used. Galatia has 1 EPA violation listed as open in the reviewed federal record - approximately 887 people fall within its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Galatia Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Galatia have a median household income of $58,257 and about 13,711 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 67% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Galatia'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 2 detections recorded.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Galatia (EPA ID: IL1650150) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 887 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 17 resolved, 4 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2026 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| February 1, 2026 | Chloramine | Non-health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| October 1, 2025 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Archived |
| June 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| June 1, 2025 | Chloramine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 12, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2024 | Chloramine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Chloramine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 30, 2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chloramine | Other Violation | 5 | No |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring & Reporting | 5 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 5 | No |
| TTHM | Monitoring & Reporting | 4 | No |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2022-12-31 |
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
2 of 2 ZIP records with known zones are in EPA Radon Zone 2.
The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.
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 available EPA compliance records for Galatia (IL1650150) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Galatia water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.
How many people does Galatia serve?
Galatia serves approximately 887 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.
Where does Galatia get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Galatia (IL): 22 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1650150/
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