Water System Report IL

Southeast Joliet Sd

EPA ID: IL1977490 · 2,000 people served · 7 ZIP codes

Five clean years on EPA record — Southeast Joliet Sd, 2,000 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

2,000
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$201K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 6 (2022) to 33 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southeast Joliet Sd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$69,533
Median Household Income
133,933
Service Area Population
15%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southeast Joliet Sd serves a community with a median household income of $69,533 and an estimated 133,933 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Southeast Joliet Sd'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Will County, Illinois rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 78% 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. 3 detections 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Illinois

Kirkland
2,000 people
0 violations
Roanoke
2,000 people
C 1 violation
Hinckley
2,006 people
C 0 violations
Clay County Water Inc.
2,015 people
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,371
Water Filtration $514
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $214
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Southeast Joliet Sd (EPA ID: IL1977490) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 2,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 4 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Southeast Joliet Sd (IL1977490) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southeast Joliet Sd water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Southeast Joliet Sd has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Southeast Joliet Sd serve?

Southeast Joliet Sd serves approximately 2,000 people across 7 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Southeast Joliet Sd get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Southeast Joliet Sd meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Southeast Joliet Sd serve?
Southeast Joliet Sd serves approximately 2,000 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Southeast Joliet Sd's water source?
Southeast Joliet Sd draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Southeast Joliet Sd's service area?
The Southeast Joliet Sd service area has a median household income of $69,533. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Southeast Joliet Sd get its water?
Southeast Joliet Sd'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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