Water Quality in ELWOOD, IL (60421)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60421.

115

Total Violations

0

Health-Based

115

Monitoring / Reporting

113

Resolved

What does this mean?

113 of 115 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 115 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: 6 Population served: 2,738

Violations Detail (115 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2024ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

2024(3)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ELWOOD (60421) has 115 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.

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

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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