Water Quality in Waukegan, IL (60051)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60051.
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 81% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,621
Population
39
Water Systems
24
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Waukegan
Crystal Lake
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedLakemoor
Johnsburg No.2
All resolvedJohnsburg Jr High School
All resolvedPorts Sullivan Lake Owners Association
Johnsburg 1
Johnsburg Community Club
Lakemoor Diner
The Wave Bar And Grill
Grandma'S Mexican Kitchen
I Am I Can Preschool & Daycare
Joyful Harvest Church
Snuggery
Route 60 Roadhouse
Halftime Bar & Grill
Sweet Melissa'S Pizza & Pub
All In Pub And Grub
Meyer Matererial Co
Mackeys Hideout
Red House
Johnsburg Library
The Backyard Bar And Marina
Layton Athletics
Oak Park Hotel And Restaurant
James Bush Elementary
Moraine Hills State Park White Tail Prai
Big Fran'S Bar & Grill
The Boat House Chicago
Riverbend Plaza
Lakemoor Citgo
Raymonds Bowl
River Bend Plaza
Mchenry Moose Lodge 691
Snuggery Guest House
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.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Waukegan (60051) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 24.
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.