Water Quality in Metropolis, IL (62960)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 62960.
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 46 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,783
Population
16
Water Systems
48
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Metropolis
All resolvedFort Massac Pwd
1 health-basedJack Jones
Veach'S Truckstop
Solstice Advanced Materials Us, Inc
1 health-basedAllied Chemical
Midwest Generation/Collins Sta
Zion United Church Of Christ
Zion United Church Of Christ
Saint Johns Lutheran Church
Jefferson School
Jefferson School
Saint Johns Lutheran Church
Faith Wesleyan Preschool/Day C
The Buggy
Fort Massac State Park
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Metropolis (62960) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 48.
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
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.