Water Quality in CAROL STREAM, IL (60188)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60188.

104

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

104

Monitoring / Reporting

102

Resolved

What does this mean?

102 of 104 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 104 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: 15 Population served: 42,798

Violations Detail (104 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 15, 2024ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 23, 2023ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 23, 2023ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 23, 2023ResolvedN/A
EthylbenzeneMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2022ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(5)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Apr 30Resolved

2024(1)

Public Notice

75

Feb 15Active

How Does This Compare?

CAROL STREAM (60188) has 104 recorded violations, none of which are 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 →

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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