Albany
EPA ID: IL1950050 · 846 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Albany (IL1950050): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Albany carries 3 open EPA violations that remain unresolved in the federal system - approximately 846 people fall within its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Albany Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Albany serves a community with a median household income of $77,344 and an estimated 13,464 residents across its service area. Approximately 77% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Albany'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Albany compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 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. 1 detection recorded.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
Albany (EPA ID: IL1950050) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 846 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 23 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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 | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 2, 2025 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| February 23, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| December 7, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 7, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 6, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 6, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 2, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| July 13, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Revised Total Coliform 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 6 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 6 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 4 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 4 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 1 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0022 mg/L | No | N/A |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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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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 Albany (IL1950050) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albany water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Albany. 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 Albany serve?
Albany serves approximately 846 people across 3 ZIP codes in Illinois.
Where does Albany get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Albany (IL): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/il1950050/
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