Water Quality in Chicago, IL (60449)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 60449.
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 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,477
Population
34
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Chicago
Joliet
1 health-basedIl American-West Suburban
Romeoville
Plainfield
Monee
Speedway
Cicero Drive In
Family Of Faith Church
I-57 Northbound Rest Area
Jackson Creek Fellowship
All resolvedM B Country Station
Monee Food & Liquor
Agro Inc North Well
Kochel'S 66
Florence Sausage Co
Second Place Church
Lucky Burrito Ii
Trinity Evangelical Christian Church
Agro Inc
Monee Nursery Migrant Labor Ca
Rest Area I-57 Northbound
Rest Area I-57 Northbound
Sauows
Schmidt'S Fishing Pond
Sauows
I-57 Weigh Scales-Southbound
Kochels 66
Raccoon Grove Forest Preserve
New Ag Center South Well
I-57 Southbound Rest Area
Cornelius Stam M L C
Cornelius Stam M.L.C.
G & J Trucking Inc
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Chicago (60449) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
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
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.