Water Quality in ELGIN, IL (60123)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60123.

128

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

125

Monitoring / Reporting

111

Resolved

What does this mean?

111 of 128 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 125 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: 20 Population served: 5,822

Violations Detail (128 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 21, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 21, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(10)

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 11Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

2024(34)

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Dec 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Chloramine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chloramine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chloramine

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ELGIN (60123) has 128 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 17 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 →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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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