Water Quality in DURAND, IL (61024)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61024.
56
Total Violations
6
Health-Based
50
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 56 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 50 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 (56 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 24, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 22, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(26)
Public Notice
75
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
DURAND (61024) has 56 recorded violations, including 6 health-based. 7 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.