Water Quality in Colona, IL (61241)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61241.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,587
Population
27
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
East Portal Wtr Sys
Rustic Acres Water Association
1 health-basedKone Inc
All resolvedColona United Methodist Church
Timbrook Field City Of Colona
All resolvedLavender Crest Winery
Wolf Ridge Well Corporation
Montgomery Elevator Co
Springfield Armory
Laz Club-Sand Point Well
Laz Club Inc Ne Sandpoint
Hammond Henry Hospital - Colona Clinic
Holmes Small Farm Sbdv
Level Acres Well 2
Level Acres Well 1
Laz Club
Nordquist Woodworks
Laz Club
Lee Switzer President
Melodie Meadows Family Campng
Level Acres Wtr Sys Inc
Laz Club
Level Acres Briargate Wtr Assn
Green River Well 5
Melodie Meadows Family Campng
Daytons Valley View Well 1
Beautiful Savior Church
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Colona (61241) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.