Water System Report IL

Northgate Estates Mhp

EPA ID: IL2010470 · 100 people served · 15 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Northgate Estates Mhp has stayed completely violation-free for its 100 residents.

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

100
People Served
15
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 6 (2021) to 29 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$61,702
Median Household Income
189,706
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Northgate Estates Mhp serves a community with a median household income of $61,702 and an estimated 189,706 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: 48% 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?

Groundwater

Northgate Estates Mhp'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
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Winnebago 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.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

57 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 79% 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. 20 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,000
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $273
Total Estimated Cost $2,773

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 $2,773 (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

Northgate Estates Mhp (EPA ID: IL2010470) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 100 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 15 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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Northgate Estates Mhp (IL2010470) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northgate Estates Mhp water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Northgate Estates Mhp has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Northgate Estates Mhp serve?

Northgate Estates Mhp serves approximately 100 people across 15 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Northgate Estates Mhp get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Northgate Estates Mhp meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Northgate Estates Mhp serve?
Northgate Estates Mhp serves approximately 100 people with drinking water across 15 ZIP codes.
What is Northgate Estates Mhp's water source?
Northgate Estates Mhp draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Northgate Estates Mhp's service area?
The Northgate Estates Mhp service area has a median household income of $61,702. EPA EJScreen data classifies 48% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Northgate Estates Mhp get its water?
Northgate Estates Mhp'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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