Water Quality in Dekalb, IL (60145)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60145.
Active Health Violations
5 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.
2,464
Population
15
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Dekalb
Belvidere
Holiday Acres Family Park
Kingston
1 health-basedValley View Subdivision (Dekalb)
1 health-basedWalcamp Lutheran Retreat-Bathhouse North
All resolvedKingston Township Park
1 health-basedKingston Township Park West
1 health-basedWalcamp Lutheran Retreat-Pavillion
Walcamp Lutheran Retreat Cente
Kingston Township Park West
Walcamp Lutheran Retreat-Bathhouse South
All resolvedDecal Works
Crossroads Community Church Kingston
Walcamp Lutheran Retreat-Kitchen
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2021
How Does This Compare?
Dekalb (60145) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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.