Water System Report IL

Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill

EPA ID: IL2015150 ยท 608 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill (IL2015150): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill delivers safe water to 608 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

608
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0069 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$61,702
Median Household Income
26,830
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill serves a community with a median household income of $61,702 and an estimated 26,830 residents across its service area.

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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill'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

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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 2 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $600
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,350

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 $2,350 (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 Path Water Company-coventry Hill (EPA ID: IL2015150) is a community water system in Illinois that serves approximately 608 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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
0.0069 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

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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 Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill (IL2015150) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill 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 Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill serve?

Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill serves approximately 608 people across 2 ZIP codes in Illinois.

Where does Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill serve?
Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill serves approximately 608 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill's water source?
Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0069 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill's service area?
The Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill 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 Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill get its water?
Prairie Path Water Company-coventry Hill'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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