Water Quality in Springfield, IL (62563)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62563.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 7 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,766
Population
19
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Springfield
All resolvedRochester
All resolvedSangamon Valley Sand & Gravel
Harry Griere
South Sangamon Water Commission
Sangchris State Park Office (10066)
All resolvedAlamo Restaurant
Sangchris State Park Hidden Pond (95927)
1 health-basedSpringfield Koa Kampground Inc
1 health-basedSoi Sangchris Lk Locust Point
Sangchris Lake State Park
Sangchris Lake State Park
Sangchris State Park
Koa Kampground Inc
Sangchris Lake State Park
Sangchris State Park
Sangchris Lake State Park
Skateland South
Sangchris State Park
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Springfield (62563) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.