Water Quality in OAK BROOK, IL (60523)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60523.

268

Total Violations

12

Health-Based

256

Monitoring / Reporting

252

Resolved

What does this mean?

252 of 268 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 256 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: 24 Population served: 18,195

Violations Detail (268 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)MonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 17, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(14)

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 17Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Active

E. COLI

19

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 22Active

2024(43)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Oct 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

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

52

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 24Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

E. COLI

19

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

How Does This Compare?

OAK BROOK (60523) has 268 recorded violations, including 12 health-based. 16 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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