AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE serves 4,182 people in Illinois. The utility draws water from a surface water source (rivers, lakes, or reservoirs).
As of now, this utility has not yet completed or published a lead service line inventory. That means we don't have publicly available data on how many lead pipes are in the system or where they're located.
Why this matters
Lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main in the street to homes—are the most common source of lead in drinking water. Even small amounts of lead can affect health, especially in children and pregnant people. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a higher chance your connection includes lead or galvanized steel (which can also carry lead).
Not having an inventory doesn't mean there's no lead in the system. It means the work to identify and catalog it hasn't been completed or shared publicly yet.
What happens next
Federal law now requires all water utilities to develop and maintain a lead service line inventory. AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE is legally required to create one, though timelines vary by utility size and state requirements.
You can contact the utility directly to ask about their inventory progress, timeline for completion, and whether they have any preliminary information about lead pipes in your area.
Protecting yourself now
While waiting for an inventory:
- Test your water if you're concerned. Many county health departments and commercial labs offer affordable testing.
- Know your home's age. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead service lines.
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water pulls more lead from pipes.
- Run the tap. Let water run for 30 seconds to 2 minutes in the morning or after long periods without use.
For health concerns, contact your pediatrician or the CDC (1-800-CDC-INFO).
Next steps for residents
- Contact AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE to ask about their lead service line inventory status and timeline
- Request information specific to your street address or neighborhood
- Consider having your water tested by a certified lab
- Check the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule for federal requirements and your rights
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE have lead in the water?
The utility hasn't yet published a lead service line inventory, so we don't have specific data. Many older homes do have lead pipes. Contact the utility directly or test your water if you're concerned.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Homes built before the 1980s are at higher risk. You can dig near your meter to look at the pipe, have a plumber inspect it, or ask your water utility if they have information about your address.
Is it safe to drink the water right now?
AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE treats water to reduce lead corrosion. But if you have an old home or are worried, test your water and follow basic precautions like running the tap before use and using cold water for drinking.
When will AQUA ILLINOIS-PEOTONE finish their lead inventory?
That depends on utility size and state deadlines. Contact them directly for their completion timeline and any interim data they may have.