Health Violations Found

Water Quality in 60544 — Plainfield, IL

EPA data for PLAINFIELD

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS Last verified: March 16, 2026

2
Water Systems
50,000
People Served
8
Health Violations (5yr)
Surface water
Water Source
No data
Lead Level

Your Water System

ZIP code 60544 in Plainfield, Illinois is served by PLAINFIELD (EPA ID: IL1970800). This system provides water to approximately 50,000 people from surface water sources.

There are 2 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

No Lead & Copper Rule sampling data available for systems serving this ZIP code.

Violation Summary

8 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 4 violations remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

DateContaminantTypeStatus
July 1, 2025Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringUnresolved
April 2, 2025Stage 1 DBP RuleHealth-basedUnresolved
February 3, 2024Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
February 3, 2024Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
February 3, 2024Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringResolved
October 1, 2023BariumHealth-basedResolved
October 1, 2023BariumHealth-basedUnresolved
October 1, 2023BariumHealth-basedUnresolved
October 1, 2023BariumHealth-basedResolved
October 1, 2023BariumHealth-basedResolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for water systems serving this ZIP code:

ContaminantCategoryViolationsHealth-Based
BariumInorganic7Yes
Surface Water Treatment RuleTreatment Technique4No
Stage 1 DBP RuleTreatment Technique3Yes
Lead and Copper RuleTreatment Technique3No

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Water Systems Serving This Area

System NameEPA IDPopulationSource
PLAINFIELDIL197080050,000Surface water
MAPLE ACRES MHPIL0115135260Groundwater

What You Can Do

  1. Request your water system’s Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — Your utility is required to publish this annually
  2. Consider a home water test — Independent testing can reveal issues in your specific plumbing
  3. Install a certified water filter — NSF-certified filters can address specific contaminants
  4. Contact your water provider — Ask about current treatment and any ongoing remediation

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for PLAINFIELD (IL1970800) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 60544 safe to drink?

Plainfield’s water system has recorded 8 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

Where does 60544’s water come from?

The primary water source for this area is surface water. PLAINFIELD serves approximately 50,000 people.

How can I get my water tested?

Contact your local water utility for a free water quality report, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends testing annually if you use a private well.

Does 60544 have lead in the water?

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data is currently available in EPA records for water systems serving ZIP code 60544. If you are concerned about lead, contact your water utility or have your tap water independently tested.

What is the radon risk in 60544?

Radon zone data is not available for ZIP code 60544. The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon regardless of location, as radon levels can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.

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