Water Quality in Crystal Lake, IL (60156)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60156.
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 68% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
28,800
Population
29
Water Systems
11
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Crystal Lake
Algonquin
Lake In The Hills
Huntley
1 health-basedWoodstock
1 health-basedFphp Tampier Lake West 5223
Busse Woods North 1022
Lansing Woods Gr Hp 6265
National Grove 4165
Clayhole Woods Hp 6289
Lansing Woods Gr 2 6220
Kathleen Food Mart
All resolvedTransport Service Company
Triple 7 Gaming & Lounge
National Grove 4206
Pioneer Woods 5255
Forest Preserve Natl Golf 5048
Airie Crown Forest 4184
Family Picnic Area Hp 6241
Whistler Woods Hp 6281
Jurgensen Woods Hp 6237
Sauk Trail South Hp 6253
Schuberts Woods Hp 6256
Jurgenson Wds 2nd On Rt 6292
Columbia Woods 5288
Brownell Woods 6259
Lake In The Hills Airport
Axehead Lake 3073
Airie Crown Forest 4174
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Crystal Lake (60156) has more violations than 68% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 11.
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.