Water Quality in PRINCETON, IL (61356)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61356.

155

Total Violations

29

Health-Based

126

Monitoring / Reporting

141

Resolved

What does this mean?

141 of 155 violations have been resolved. 29 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 126 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: 112 Population served: 13,510

Violations Detail (155 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 21, 2025ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ResolvedN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoringN/AN/AJul 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 4, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 23, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(11)

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 4Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 23Active

2024(17)

Public Notice

75

Dec 3Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 3Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4G

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

2E

Oct 16Active

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

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

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

PRINCETON (61356) has 155 recorded violations, including 29 health-based. 14 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.

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