Water Quality in PITTSFIELD, IL (62363)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62363.
12
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
8
Monitoring / Reporting
9
Resolved
What does this mean?
9 of 12 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 8 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 (12 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 21, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 18, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 1, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Public Notice
75
2023(6)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2B
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
PITTSFIELD (62363) has 12 recorded violations, including 4 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.