Water Quality in Aurora, IL (60178)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60178.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
22,224
Population
56
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (56)
Aurora
Elgin
Dekalb
Carpentersville
Sycamore
All resolvedThe Boatyard Bar & Bistro Llc
Genoa Forest Preserve
Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve
Larsons Gravel Pit
Sycamore Pk Baseball Diamonds
Russells Forest Preserve - Nature Study
Sycamore Pk Baseball Diamonds
Larsons Gravel Pit
Sycamore Baseball Complex
Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve
Sycamore Park District - Soccer Fields
Edgebrook Country Club
Sannauk Forest Preserve
Russells Forest Preserve - Hand Pump
Chief Shabbona Forest Preserve
Sycamore Park District Fountain
Royal Order Moose Range #1506
Tyrrell Lake Family Park
North Grove School Association
Unique Products Inc
Tyrrell Lake Family Park
Nehring Forest Preserve (1990)
Norwegian Woods, Sandersons
Dekalb Co Forest Preserve Dist
Sycamore Golf Clubhouse
Afton Township South East Well
Rohrs Wilderness Tours
Dekalb Co. Forest Preserve Dis
Afton Township Forest Preserve
Unique Products Inc
Meijer 313
Mayfield Church
Dekalb Co Forest Preserve Dist
Macqueen Forest Preserve-Lodge
All resolvedCoachlight Inn
Vasa Park Association 16th District
1 health-basedChalet Bergahorn
Macqueen Forest Preserve-Hand Pump
Dekalb Co Forest Preserve Dist
Bethany Baptist Church
Auto Meter Products
Auto Meter Products
Evangelical Lutheran Church
All resolvedMayfield Congregational Church
Twin Gables Motel
Bethany Baptist Church
Tyrrell Lake Family Park
Coachlight Inn
Mayfield Church
Sycamore Park Wpa Shelter
Knute Olson Forest Preserve
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Aurora (60178) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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.
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.