Water Quality in Rockford, IL (61072)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61072.
Active Health Violations
3 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 79% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
11,285
Population
37
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (37)
Rockford
All resolvedNorth Park Pwd
Rockton
1 health-basedGene Singletary
Prairie Hill School
Rivers Edge Campground
Rockton Health Med Center
Chemtool Rockton
Eco Lab C/O Brian Tracy
Phil-Aire Estates Mhp
2 health-basedHarrison Sunoco
Harrison Bible Baptist
Goldie B Floberg Cntr
Chemtool Inc
St Andrew Lutheran Church
All resolvedRay Faulkner
Gummow Dairy Farm Inc
Good Old Days Resort Garage
All resolvedTito Nappi
Prince Of Peace Lutheran Ch
M & L Grocery
Rockton Township Local Govt Of
Church Of The Nazarene
Harrison Church
Macktown State Bank
Macktown State Bank
Rockton Township Local Govt Of
Barwood Golf Course
Red Barn
Good Old Days Resort Pool
Prince Of Peace Church
Prince Of Peace Church
Rockton Church Of The Nazarene
Wrwc Radio Station
02 Therapy
02 Therapy
Wrwc Radio Station
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Rockford (61072) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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.