Water Quality in Lake Forest, IL
17 water systems serving 20,778 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Lake Forest water systems is 2.0 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1017 |
| Health-based violations | 463 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Lake Forest
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Forest tap water safe to drink?
Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, Illinois?
Lake Forest has 17 public water systems serving approximately 20,778 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.0 ppb. There are 1017 total violations on record.
Does Lake Forest have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.0 ppb across Lake Forest's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Lake Forest?
17 public water systems are registered in Lake Forest, Illinois with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 20,778 people.