Water Quality in Waukegan, IL (60042)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60042.
Active Health Violations
2 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 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,347
Population
31
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
Waukegan
Crystal Lake
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedIsland Lake
Tower Lakes-Country Club
Island Lake Shopping Ctr
Les & Bobs Service Station
Les & Bobs Svc Sta
St Johns Lutheran Church
Boardwalk Realty
Fairy Tale House
Sheltering Oak
Sheltering Oak
Island Lake Pre-School
Island Lake Day Care
Buckwild
Hong Chow
Union 76
Joswicks
Mantzaros
Village Island Lake
Village Of Island Lake
Island Lake Wtr Cmpny
Hong Chow Restaurant
St John'S Lutheran Church
Roy'S Fishing Ponds
Willows
Roy'S Fishing Ponds
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Waukegan (60042) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.