Water Quality in Evanston, IL
9 water systems serving 75,526 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Evanston water systems is 5.6 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 143 |
| Health-based violations | 8 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Evanston
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Evanston tap water safe to drink?
Evanston tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Evanston, Illinois?
Evanston has 9 public water systems serving approximately 75,526 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 5.6 ppb. There are 143 total violations on record.
Does Evanston have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 5.6 ppb across Evanston's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Evanston?
9 public water systems are registered in Evanston, Illinois with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 75,526 people.