Water Quality in GRAND CHAIN, IL (62941)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62941.
24
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
20
Monitoring / Reporting
24
Resolved
What does this mean?
24 of 24 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 20 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 (24 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 16, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 16, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Arsenic | Health-Based | N/A | 15 | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2023(2)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2022(16)
Arsenic
02
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
02
Chlorine
27
Arsenic
02
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
How Does This Compare?
GRAND CHAIN (62941) has 24 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
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.