Water Quality in Waukegan, IL (60013)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60013.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,694
Population
48
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
Waukegan
Crystal Lake
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedCary
Fox Lake Plant 2
Stumble Inn
Stumble Inn
Cary Country Club Maint
Cary Country Club-Clubhouse
Cary Country Club-Maint Bldg
Cary Country Club - #17 Tee
Cary Country Club - #6 Green
St Barnabas Lutheran Church
Chris Coach House Tap
Camp Hawthon Hill - Abbey
Chalet Chateau
Chalet Chateau
Spring Beach Inn
Trout Valley Pool
1 health-basedHickory Grove Conservation Are
Hickory Grove Conservation Are
Ss Peter & Paul School
The Hidden Tap
Prairie Office Complex
Camp Hawthorne Hill/J Brandel
Mariner'S Hideaway
Mariners Hideaway
Cary Country Club 6 Green
Lil'S Ski View Tavern
Fel-Pro Triple R Handpump
Lils Ski View Tavern
Fox Valley Marking Systems
Como Vista
Algonquin Township Offices
Lakefield Farm
Cary Country Club Two Green
Fox Valley Marking Systems
Oakwood Hills Village Hall
Cary Country Club
Viper Holdings
Feedbag Restaurant & Cntry Pub
Cary Country Club 17th Tee
Camp Hawthorn Hill
Cary Park District
All resolvedTrout Valley Association
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Waukegan (60013) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.