Water Quality in Wedron, IL (60557)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60557.
Active Health Violations
5 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
20
Water Systems
73
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Technisand Wedron
Wedron Silica Pit Building
1 health-basedWedron Silica Sand Company
1 health-basedSt Joseph Health Center
Wedron United Methodist
Fibrex
St Joseph Health Center
48 Insulations Inc
Chets Fox River Tavern & Canoe Rentals
Chet & Mary'S
Marion Hills Bible Church
Wedron Silica 2
1 health-basedWedron Silica Screenhouse
1 health-basedDarien Grove Baptist Church
Darien Grove Baptist Church
Illinois Tollway Authority
Wedron United Methodist
Wedron Silica Warehouse
1 health-basedIllinois Tollway Authority
Marion Hills Bible Church
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2021
How Does This Compare?
Wedron (60557) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 73.
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
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.