Water Quality in LITCHFIELD, IL (62056)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62056.
130
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
130
Monitoring / Reporting
127
Resolved
What does this mean?
127 of 130 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 130 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 (130 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(10)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Consumer Confidence Rule
72
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
2023(112)
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
Carbofuran
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Simazine
03
Dinoseb
03
Dinoseb
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
2,4-D
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
2,4,5-TP
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Picloram
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Endothall
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Diquat
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
OXAMYL
03
Dalapon
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Pentachlorophenol
03
Toxaphene
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
OXAMYL
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Dalapon
03
Atrazine
03
How Does This Compare?
LITCHFIELD (62056) has 130 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 3 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
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.