Water Quality in WEST CHICAGO, IL (60185)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60185.

1,026

Total Violations

145

Health-Based

881

Monitoring / Reporting

984

Resolved

What does this mean?

984 of 1,026 violations have been resolved. 145 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 881 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: 264 Population served: 62,962

Violations Detail (1026 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJun 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 17, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 22, 2025ResolvedN/A
Groundwater RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AFeb 22, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(25)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 17Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 22Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 22Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 22Resolved

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 22Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 22Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 15Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 15Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 15Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Feb 15Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 11Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 11Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 11Active

Groundwater Rule

45

Jan 11Active

2024(64)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 20Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

Jun 15Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 26Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

How Does This Compare?

WEST CHICAGO (60185) has 1,026 recorded violations, including 145 health-based. 42 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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