Water Quality in Chicago, IL (60160)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60160.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 12 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are44 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
24,549
Population
12
Water Systems
44
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Chicago
Melrose Park
All resolvedCountry Club Motel
Polk Bros Warehouse
Lake Bluff Estates Mhp
All resolvedWood Dale Estates
Country Club Motel
Polk Bros Warehouse
Family Picnic Area 3118
Family Picnic Area 3118
Food 4 Less 560 Melrose Park
Sweet Spot Sports
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Chicago (60160) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 44, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.