Water Quality in Waukegan, IL (60083)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60083.
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 72% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,981
Population
37
Water Systems
13
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (37)
Waukegan
Temple Farms Headquarters
Fs Gas And Food Mart Inc.
Tristar Shell
Shanty Restaurant
Phillips 66 Wadsworth
Midlane Country Club
Gold Pyramid House
All resolvedSaint Patrick School
1 health-basedCamp Oakarro
Wadsworth Oaks Subdivision
All resolvedAnimal Hospital Of Gurnee
Fatmans Inn
Rosati'S Pizza
Van Zelst Landscaping
Wadsworth Inn
Jonathan Orchards
Tamales El Guero
Camp Oakarro Gross & Schmitt W
Jerry'S Amoco Station
El Rancho Motel
Jx Peterbilt
1 health-basedChurch Landscape
Shellys Mobil Station
Campanello & Sons
Hy-Way Auto Parts
El Rancho Motel
Midlane Country Club
Truckomat
Temple Farms Offices
Sheild'S Grocery
Milburn Masonic Lodge
Citco Station
Hot Rod Shop
Fatman Inn
Our Town Shop
Hyway Auto Parts
Contaminants Found
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
How Does This Compare?
Waukegan (60083) has more violations than 72% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 13.
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
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.