Water Quality in Dieterich, IL (62424)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62424.
Active Health Violations
6 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,500
Population
31
Water Systems
61
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
Ej Water Cooperative
Ej Water-Mcwc
Shawnee Correctional Center
Re Water Corporation
Heartville Pwd
All resolvedRobinson Correctional Center
Ej Water-Sangchris
4 health-basedLincoln Prairie Water Company
Dieterich
Lawrence County Correctional Center
Round Prairie Water Coop
All resolvedEj Water-Witt
Ej Water-Watson
1 health-basedEj Water-Niantic
Mason
Ej Water-Dewey
1 health-basedEj Water-Coalton
All resolvedSainte Marie
Ej Water-Montrose
Sailor Springs (Ej Wtr Corp)
Watergate Subdivision
Walter Scott Camp & Learning
Camp Walter Scott
Bishop Creek Elementary
St Aloysis Church
United Regional Water Coop
All resolvedSt John'S Lutheran
St John'S Lutheran
Mount Zion Methodist
St Aloysis Church
Mount Zion Methodist
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Cloudiness in water that may indicate the presence of pathogens.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Dieterich (62424) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 61.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.