Water Quality in Crystal Lake, IL (61038)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61038.
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 89% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,274
Population
29
Water Systems
52
Violations (5yr)
5
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-basedBelvidere
Holiday Acres Family Park
Paradise Park
Pleasant Street Inc
Holiday Acres Camping Resort - West Well
1 health-basedHoliday Acres Camping Resort - East Well
1 health-basedHigh Road School
1 health-basedKishwaukee School
Garden Prairie Cafe
Kishwaukee School
Kearney'S Kountry Store
Northwoods Rv Resort-Northwest Well
Paradise Park Cast
Northwoods Rv Resort-Beach Bathrm Well
Paridise Park
Northwoods Rv Resort-South Campground
Holiday Ackers Family Park
Country Store Corp
Miller'S Grocery
Northwoods Rv Resort - Clubhouse Well
Miller'S Grocery
Little Auds
Prairie Pub
Country Store Corp
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
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?
Crystal Lake (61038) has more violations than 89% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 52.
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.