Water Quality in UTICA, IL (61373)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61373.
44
Total Violations
8
Health-Based
36
Monitoring / Reporting
43
Resolved
What does this mean?
43 of 44 violations have been resolved. 8 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 36 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 (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 23, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 23, 2024 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(8)
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
2024(12)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
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
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
How Does This Compare?
UTICA (61373) has 44 recorded violations, including 8 health-based. 1 remains 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.