Water Quality in Joliet, IL (60416)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60416.
Active Health Violations
8 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,550
Population
23
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Joliet
1 health-basedIl American-West Suburban
Romeoville
Plainfield
Coal City
3 health-basedDiamond
Coal City Area Club
2 health-basedCarbon Hill
All resolvedChristian Life Assembly
Christian Life Assembly Of God
Prairie Oaks Ests Homeowners Assn
1 health-basedBraidwood Rec Club Coyote
All resolvedTesta'S Iga
Testa'S Iga
Giuseppe'S Pizza
Ewr
Ice House America Braidwood
Braidwood Rec Club
1 health-basedBoodlers Restaurant
Coal Valley Recreation Area
A.C. Mobile Home Park
Coal Valley Rec Area
Boodlers Restaurant
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Joliet (60416) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.