Water Quality in JOLIET, IL (60434)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60434.

379

Total Violations

6

Health-Based

373

Monitoring / Reporting

368

Resolved

What does this mean?

368 of 379 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 373 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: 46 Population served: 15,051

Violations Detail (379 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 21, 2025ActiveN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
TetrachloroethyleneMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(72)

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Active

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

2024(52)

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jul 26Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 26Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

JOLIET (60434) has 379 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 11 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 →

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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