Water Quality in Waukegan, IL
354 water systems serving 134,070 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Waukegan water systems is 3.2 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 10669 |
| Health-based violations | 162 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Waukegan
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waukegan tap water safe to drink?
Waukegan 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 Waukegan, Illinois?
Waukegan has 354 public water systems serving approximately 134,070 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.2 ppb. There are 10669 total violations on record.
Does Waukegan have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.2 ppb across Waukegan's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Waukegan?
354 public water systems are registered in Waukegan, Illinois with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 134,070 people.