Water Quality in GIBSON CITY, IL (60936)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60936.
184
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
184
Monitoring / Reporting
181
Resolved
What does this mean?
181 of 184 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 184 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.
Violations Detail (184 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Tetrachloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Tetrachloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(178)
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
Lead and Copper Rule
51
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Glyphosate
03
Glyphosate
03
Glyphosate
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2023(6)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
How Does This Compare?
GIBSON CITY (60936) has 184 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 3 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
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.