Water Quality in HAMPSHIRE, IL (60140)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60140.

129

Total Violations

11

Health-Based

118

Monitoring / Reporting

109

Resolved

What does this mean?

109 of 129 violations have been resolved. 11 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 118 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: 82 Population served: 25,173

Violations Detail (129 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 21, 2025ActiveN/A
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
2,4,5-TPMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
PicloramMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
PentachlorophenolMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
PentachlorophenolMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
PentachlorophenolMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
2,4,5-TPMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

2024(31)

Picloram

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Dec 31Resolved

Picloram

03

Dec 31Resolved

Picloram

03

Dec 31Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Dec 31Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Dec 31Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Dec 31Resolved

Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4-D

03

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

Dalapon

03

Dec 31Resolved

Dalapon

03

Dec 31Resolved

Dalapon

03

Dec 31Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Dec 31Resolved

Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)

03

Dec 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Sep 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Active

Barium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Barium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Barium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Barium

03

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 20Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

How Does This Compare?

HAMPSHIRE (60140) has 129 recorded violations, including 11 health-based. 20 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

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

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

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

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