Water System Report IL

Groveland Township Water District

EPA ID: IL1795200 ยท 2,185 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Groveland Township Water District (IL1795200): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Groveland Township Water District recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 2,185 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,185
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0038 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$222K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Groveland Township Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$92,269
Median Household Income
31,328
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
33th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Groveland Township Water District serves a community with a median household income of $92,269 and an estimated 31,328 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Groveland Township Water District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
63th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 63th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% 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. 12 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,620
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $400
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $4,120

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 $4,120 (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

Groveland Township Water District (EPA ID: IL1795200) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 2,185 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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
0.0038 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 Groveland Township Water District (IL1795200) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Groveland Township Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Groveland Township Water District 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 Groveland Township Water District serve?

Groveland Township Water District serves approximately 2,185 people across 3 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Groveland Township Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Groveland Township Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Groveland Township Water District serve?
Groveland Township Water District serves approximately 2,185 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Groveland Township Water District's water source?
Groveland Township Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Groveland Township Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0038 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Groveland Township Water District's service area?
The Groveland Township Water District service area has a median household income of $92,269. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Groveland Township Water District get its water?
Groveland Township Water District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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