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Rockford, Illinois Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 10 water systems serving 147,846 people.

45
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

10
Water Systems
148K
People Served
Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFHxS0.007 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
66%
Within limit
PFPeA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (11)

75

Aug 2, 2025

minor

4H

Jul 2, 2025

minor

4H

Jul 2, 2025

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

4G

Oct 17, 2024

minor

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

2E

Oct 17, 2024

critical

Resolved Violations (489)

27

Oct 1, 2024 — Dec 31, 2024

moderate

27

Oct 1, 2024 — Dec 31, 2024

moderate

27

Oct 1, 2024 — Dec 31, 2024

moderate

27

Oct 1, 2024 — Dec 31, 2024

moderate

71

Jul 1, 2024

minor

+ 484 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rockford tap water safe to drink?

Rockford's water meets all EPA maximum contaminant levels. However, 2 contaminants were detected at various levels. Some residents may prefer additional filtration for peace of mind.

What contaminants are in Rockford tap water?

2 contaminants have been detected in Rockford's water supply across 10 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Rockford?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Rockford's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Rockford have any water quality violations?

Yes, Rockford currently has 210 active violations. See the violations section above for details.