Water Quality in Aurora, IL (60142)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60142.
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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
29,692
Population
34
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Aurora
Elgin
Crystal Lake
Carpentersville
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedHuntley Middle School/High Sch
Time Out Sports Bar And Grill
Willow Creek Community Church
All resolvedChurch On The Rock
All resolvedMatt Tures And Sons
Matt Tures And Sons
Riggsby Companies Llc
Freund Equipment Inc
Matt Tures & Sons #1
Matt Tures & Sons #2
Wabash Data Tech
Pinecrest Country Club
Freund International
Harmony Inn
Harmony Inn
B & K Power Equip
Wabash Tape
Harmony Inn
B&K Power Equipment
Pinecrest Country Club Halfway
Midwest Well Supply Co
Harmony Inn
Midwest Well Supply Co
Pinecrest Country Club Maint
Toms Farm Market And Greenhouse
Aero
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Aurora (60142) 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.