Peoria (Illinois-American)
System Information
System Description
Approximately 40% of Peoria's water supply is pumped (up to 15 mgd) from a single intake on the Illinois River while the remainder of its water comes from 13 wells.
Satellite Communities and Water Districts
Belleview, Burtonview, Dunlap, and Hanna City
Population Served: |
143365 |
County: |
Peoria |
Watersheds: |
Illinois |
Water Source
| Name |
Type |
Stream |
DA (sq mi) |
SA (ac) |
Capacity |
Year Est. |
Est. 2010 Cap. (ac-ft) |
| Illinois River |
RW |
Illinois R |
14005 |
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1989 Study: |
50-year drought yield sufficient for present level of water use. |
USGS Gages: |
Illinois River at Kingston Mines (05568500) |
Developments since 1989:
None
Notes and Terminology
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