Water Quality in Canton, IL (61520)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61520.
Active Health Violations
6 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,291
Population
63
Water Systems
39
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (63)
Canton
Il River Crctl Ctr
Spoon River Speedway
All resolvedYouth Acres
Elnoras Cafe
Elnoras Cafe
Sportsman'S Inn
Harpers Cafe
Southside Mission Camp
South Side Mission Camp
Kountry Korner Kafe
Banner Inn
Giant Goose Ranch Llc
2 health-basedCilco Power Plant
Corner Cafe
Banner Motel
Ice Guys Water Kiosk
Jerrys Motel
9-24 Club
Cilco Power Plant
Jerrys Motel
Sportsman Inn
Banner Inn
D & K Food Park
Ludlum'S Iga Foods Vend Machin
Canton Country Club
Canton Country Club
Hillcrest Drive In
Ingersoll Airport
Hillcrest Drive In
Fontana Amoco Station
Ingersoll Airport
Banner 66
Canton Lake
South Side Mission Camp B
Southside Mission Camp Mainwel
Banner Lodge
Andersons
Dairy Queen Water Vending Mach
Boss Hogs Bbq Inc
Gordys Get-N-Go
The Barn
Sportsman
Greens Grocery
The Goose Pit
Bahra Oil Inc
County Line Restaurant
Webbs Valley View Campground
4 health-basedQuick Stop
Rice Lake Conservation Area
Just Chillin Ice And Water Canton
Just Chillin Ice And Water
Just Chillin' Ice & Water Havana
All resolvedLake Canton
Olde Thyme General Store
Lovell'S Cruise In
Kroger Company
Kopper Kettle Kafe (092981)
Doc'S 66
Giant Goose Ranch
Fontana Amoco Station
Harper'S Cafe
Mcducks
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Canton (61520) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 39.
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.
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.