Water Quality in Rockford, IL (61088)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 61088.
Active Health Violations
4 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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,167
Population
15
Water Systems
33
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Rockford
All resolvedNorth Park Pwd
Winnebago
Winnebago Corners Mobil
Subway Attn Judy Hodgdon
Denny'S Standard
Plug & Pellet Sportsmans Club
Diamond Slots
4 health-basedGambrel Veterinary Hospital
Edwards Apple Orchard-West
All resolvedAsher Auto Parts
L N Bowman Inc
Gambrel Veterinary Hospital
Terra Eastern Corp
Srca-Camp Fireside
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Rockford (61088) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 33.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.