Water System Report IL

Pawnee

EPA ID: IL1670850 ยท 2,700 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pawnee (IL1670850): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Zero EPA violations over five years - Pawnee has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 2,700.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,700
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$165K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$78,942
Median Household Income
11,191
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pawnee serves a community with a median household income of $78,942 and an estimated 11,191 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% 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

Pawnee'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

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Lakemoor
2,720 people
4 violations
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2,680 people
1 violation
Trenton
2,742 people
5 violations
Hamilton
2,753 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $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.

System Overview

Pawnee (EPA ID: IL1670850) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 2,700 people from surface water sources.

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

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.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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 Pawnee (IL1670850) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pawnee water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Pawnee 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 Pawnee serve?

Pawnee serves approximately 2,700 people across 4 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Pawnee get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Pawnee meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pawnee serve?
Pawnee serves approximately 2,700 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pawnee's water source?
Pawnee draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pawnee's service area?
The Pawnee service area has a median household income of $78,942. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pawnee get its water?
Pawnee'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.). Pawnee Water Quality Report, IL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1670850/
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