Water Quality in Kewanee, IL (61443)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61443.
Active Health Violations
4 health-based violations 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
13,456
Population
48
Water Systems
130
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
Kewanee
Baka Krisdala Rest Area E Bound
Baka Krisdala Rest Area W Bound
Sheffield
Blackhawk College E
Shell Express Vending Machine (135749)
Black Hawk East College
Il Youth Center Kewanee
Jewel Food Store 127464
Kewanee Lsrc
Kewanee Boiler Company
The Stables, Llc
All resolvedCountry Club Estates Subdivision
All resolvedSt Peters Evangelical Church
Church Of Peace
All resolvedMidland Golf Club
All resolvedThe Farmhouse
Fca Manufacturing Company
1 health-basedSaint Marys Of The Fields
Kewanee Municipal Airport
Andris Waunee Farms Restaurant
Francis Park
2 health-basedChurch Of Peace
Eagle Country Market
Midland Country Club
7th Day Adventist School
Warner'S Turbo Shop
German'S Sales & Service
Goose Workshop
1 health-basedJohnson-Sauk Trail State Park
Church Of Peace
Randall'S Foods
Crystal Stil Walgreens Kewanee
Kewanee Municipal Airport
Warner'S Turbo Shop
Short Stop
Kroger Company Vending Machine
Dream Haven Motel
Cvs Pharmacy #8697
German'S Sales & Service
T.J.'S Water Vend Machine East
T J'S Water Vend Machine West
Goodrich John Deere Equipment
The Farm House Restaurant
Dream Haven Motel
7th Day Adventist School
Rock Island Trail State Park T
Whitcher'S Super Value Foods
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Kewanee (61443) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 130.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.