Water Quality in Mt Carmel, IL (62476)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62476.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 3 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 48% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,222
Population
16
Water Systems
4
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Mount Carmel
1 health-basedWest Salem
All resolvedMarion Christian Church
Cunningham'S Sales & Service
Tractor Salvage Parts
Cunningham'S Sales & Service
Tractor Salvage Parts
Pleasant Grove Church
Mobile Service Station
Pleasant Grove Church
Little Wabash Methodist Church
Little Wabash Methodist Church
Marion Christian Church
Baptist Long Prairie Church
Baptist Long Prairie Church
Mobile Service Station
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Mt Carmel (62476) has more violations than 48% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 4.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.