Water Quality in ASTORIA, IL (61501)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61501.
18
Total Violations
7
Health-Based
11
Monitoring / Reporting
14
Resolved
What does this mean?
14 of 18 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 11 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 (18 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 21, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 1, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 1, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 1, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 21, 2023 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
2024(4)
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
How Does This Compare?
ASTORIA (61501) has 18 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 4 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.
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.