Water Quality in METAMORA, IL (61548)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61548.

505

Total Violations

9

Health-Based

496

Monitoring / Reporting

480

Resolved

What does this mean?

480 of 505 violations have been resolved. 9 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 496 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: 52 Population served: 8,197

Violations Detail (505 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 17, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AApr 1, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 21, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 21, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(10)

Public Notice

75

Jul 17Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Apr 1Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

Public Notice

75

Jan 21Active

2024(53)

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 29Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 29Active

Public Notice

75

Dec 29Active

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jul 19Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

72

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 29Active

Public Notice

75

May 29Active

Public Notice

75

May 29Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 21Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 21Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 21Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 13Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 1Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 1Active

Public Notice

75

Apr 1Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 28Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 5Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 5Resolved

How Does This Compare?

METAMORA (61548) has 505 recorded violations, including 9 health-based. 25 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

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.

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