Water Quality in MAYWOOD, IL (60153)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60153.

308

Total Violations

18

Health-Based

290

Monitoring / Reporting

293

Resolved

What does this mean?

293 of 308 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 290 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: 217 Population served: 49,859

Violations Detail (308 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 11Active

2024(16)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Oct 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Aug 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

How Does This Compare?

MAYWOOD (60153) has 308 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 15 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

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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