Water System Report IL

Prairie Road Pump Corporation

EPA ID: IL2015100 · 150 people served · 14 ZIP codes

Prairie Road Pump Corporation carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 150 residents.

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

150
People Served
14
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$120K
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 28 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Prairie Road Pump Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,546
Median Household Income
178,644
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Prairie Road Pump Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $54,546 and an estimated 178,644 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% 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

Prairie Road Pump Corporation'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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% 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. 19 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 $986
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $257
Total Estimated Cost $2,743

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 $2,743 (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

Prairie Road Pump Corporation (EPA ID: IL2015100) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 150 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 14 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 13 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 Prairie Road Pump Corporation (IL2015100) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prairie Road Pump Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Prairie Road Pump Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Prairie Road Pump Corporation serve?

Prairie Road Pump Corporation serves approximately 150 people across 14 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Prairie Road Pump Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Prairie Road Pump Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Prairie Road Pump Corporation serve?
Prairie Road Pump Corporation serves approximately 150 people with drinking water across 14 ZIP codes.
What is Prairie Road Pump Corporation's water source?
Prairie Road Pump Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Prairie Road Pump Corporation's service area?
The Prairie Road Pump Corporation service area has a median household income of $54,546. EPA EJScreen data classifies 48% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Prairie Road Pump Corporation get its water?
Prairie Road Pump Corporation'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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