Water Quality in PORT BYRON, IL (61275)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61275.

246

Total Violations

16

Health-Based

230

Monitoring / Reporting

220

Resolved

What does this mean?

220 of 246 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 230 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: 44 Population served: 7,431

Violations Detail (246 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJul 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(20)

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 6Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 6Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 5Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3B

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 22Active

2024(40)

Public Notice

75

Dec 20Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 3Active

Public Notice

75

Oct 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Oct 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Oct 26Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Oct 26Resolved

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

E. COLI

34

Oct 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 22Active

Public Notice

75

May 21Active

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 14Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

How Does This Compare?

PORT BYRON (61275) has 246 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. 26 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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