Water Quality in Freeport, IL (61048)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61048.
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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,786
Population
35
Water Systems
38
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (35)
Freeport
Lena
Kings Community School
1 health-basedGilley'S Restaurant & Lounge
Kolb Lena Cheese Company
1 health-basedLena Koa - Office/South Sites
Salem U C C Church
Beach'S Inc
Koa Campground
Immanuel Lutheran
Pleasant View Roller Rink
Pleasant View Roller Rink
The Rafters
Sullivans (147140)
Beachs Inc
All resolvedWolf Hollow Golf Course
Lake Le Aqua Na State Park
Lena Koa - Northwest Well
Shell Service Station
Texaco
Shell Service Station
Lake Le Aqua Na State Park
Lena Koa
Lake Le Aqua Na State Park
Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Park
Slot City
Texaco
Lake Le Aqua Na State Park
Barrel And Brie
Skate Station
Arco
Arco
Lena Golf Club
Lake Le Aqua Na State Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Freeport (61048) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 38.
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.