Water Quality in BLOOMINGTON, IL (61702)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61702.
66
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
62
Monitoring / Reporting
66
Resolved
What does this mean?
66 of 66 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 62 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 (66 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEXACHLOROBENZENE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Carbofuran | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Atrazine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems |
| Benzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Anemia; decrease in blood platelets; increased risk of cancer |
| Toxaphene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Ethylbenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| 2,4,5-TP | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Toluene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(60)
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Carbofuran
03
Atrazine
03
Benzene
03
Toxaphene
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
2,4,5-TP
03
Toluene
03
Methoxychlor
03
LASSO
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Diquat
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
Chlordane
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
Dalapon
03
Styrene
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Endrin
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Simazine
03
2,4-D
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
Endothall
03
Heptachlor
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Picloram
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Dinoseb
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
OXAMYL
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Glyphosate
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
2024(4)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
BLOOMINGTON (61702) has 66 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.