Water Quality in Dekalb, IL (60152)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60152.
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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,417
Population
76
Water Systems
38
Violations (5yr)
5
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (76)
Dekalb
Crystal Lake
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedMarengo
Marengo Elementary School
Riley Comm Consolidated School
Hawthorn School
Riley Community School
1 health-basedShady Lane
Oak Steak House Of Shady Lane
Raspberry Ranch
Church Of Latter Day Saints
Blackstone Golf Club Halfway House
Top Die Casting Company
Marengo Center
Marengo Ridge Golf Club
Marengo Flea Market
Lakeside Camping Resort
Jakes
Pourhouse
Full Moon Saloon
Sunset Motel
Pheasant Cove
Top Die Casting Co
Riley Grange #1858
Sportsman Ranch
Chateau Tavern
Five Corners Tavern
Sunset Motel
Walnut Grove Products
Walnut Hill Orchard
Coral Woods Shop
Arnold Eng Co
Waycinden Co
Marengo Lounge
Riley Township Buildings
Hlava Industrial Welding
Walnut Hill Orchard
Interserve Packaging
Mecum Sports Center
Emanuel Baptist Church
Hume'S Exotic Wildlife Ranch
Riley Grange
Raspberry Ranch
Laredo Imports
Interserve Packaging/Stubing
Carmichael Construction
Five Corners Gas Station
Illinois Toll Rd Authority
Noah'S Arc Childcare/Covenant
Riley Township
Coral Inn
Getzen Co
Mecum Sports Center
House Of Bottles
House Of Bottles
Clearview Restaurant
Indian Oaks Park
The Stagecoach Inn
Marengo Ridge Golf Club
Country Inn
Switzercraft
Marengo Deep Rock Station
Arnold Eng Co
Hume'S Exotic Wildlife Ranch
Marengo Packing Co
Tiny & Betty'S Tavern
Shady Lane Restaurant&Playhous
Sunset Lounge
Cloven & Hoof Steak House
Lehmans Lakeside Camping
Harmony Real Estate
Arnold Engineering
2 health-basedContaminants 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)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Dekalb (60152) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 38.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.