Water Quality in POCAHONTAS, IL (62275)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62275.
69
Total Violations
12
Health-Based
57
Monitoring / Reporting
41
Resolved
What does this mean?
41 of 69 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 57 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 (69 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 17, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 17, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 3, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 3, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 3, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(8)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(31)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Chloramine
27
Chloramine
27
Chloramine
27
Chloramine
27
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
POCAHONTAS (62275) has 69 recorded violations, including 12 health-based. 28 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.