Water System Report IL

Cottonwood Cove Mhp

EPA ID: IL1670200 ยท 358 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cottonwood Cove Mhp (IL1670200): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Cottonwood Cove Mhp - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 358 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

358
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$93K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cottonwood Cove Mhp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$44,580
Median Household Income
28,820
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cottonwood Cove Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $44,580 and an estimated 28,820 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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

Cottonwood Cove 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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% 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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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 $2,900 (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

Cottonwood Cove Mhp (EPA ID: IL1670200) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 358 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 62703 in Springfield.

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 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Cottonwood Cove Mhp (IL1670200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cottonwood Cove Mhp water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Cottonwood Cove Mhp 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 Cottonwood Cove Mhp serve?

Cottonwood Cove Mhp serves approximately 358 people across 1 ZIP code in Illinois.

Where does Cottonwood Cove Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cottonwood Cove Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cottonwood Cove Mhp serve?
Cottonwood Cove Mhp serves approximately 358 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cottonwood Cove Mhp's water source?
Cottonwood Cove Mhp draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cottonwood Cove Mhp's service area?
The Cottonwood Cove Mhp service area has a median household income of $44,580. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cottonwood Cove Mhp get its water?
Cottonwood Cove 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cottonwood Cove Mhp Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1670200/
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