Water Quality in ELGIN, IL (60120)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60120.

131

Total Violations

2

Health-Based

129

Monitoring / Reporting

129

Resolved

What does this mean?

129 of 131 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 129 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 135 Population served: 129,545

Violations Detail (131 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ActiveN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
CARBON, TOTALMonitoringN/AN/AOct 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Active

2024(19)

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

CARBON, TOTAL

27

Oct 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Jun 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Jun 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Jun 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Jun 30Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Apr 16Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Apr 16Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 25Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 25Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 26Active

How Does This Compare?

ELGIN (60120) has 131 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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