Loves Park, IL: 20 Violations — 60/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Although much of Loves Park meets baseline drinking water standards, some IL-tracked service areas show violations that merit a closer look — particularly for older housing stock.
How Loves Park Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Loves Park Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 20 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0034 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,650 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.43 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Loves Park
Residential addresses in Loves Park, IL are served by 3 primary water providers out of 6 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Loves Park, Illinois (population ~22,838), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 210,451 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Loves Park: C (60/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Loves Park water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0034 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 4 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Inorganic | 5 | 4 |
| Contaminant 4109 | Other | 5 | 4 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61111 | C | 5 | 0 | Loves Park |
| 61130 | C | 5 | 0 | Loves Park |
| 61131 | C | 5 | 0 | Loves Park |
| 61132 | C | 5 | 0 | Loves Park |
All ZIP Codes in Loves Park
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Loves Park
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Loves Park
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Loves Park: Remediation Cost in Perspective
At current valuations, Loves Park falls in the moderate remediation-share tier — a level where treating this as a budgeted line item rather than an ad-hoc expense is the practical approach.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Loves Park. The estimated $1,100–$2,150 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 22% below the Illinois average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Loves Park
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Loves Park appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Loves Park
Flood exposure in Loves Park is meaningful by NFIP measures — 130 claims on record and 25% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone designations. That level of activity makes flood history a relevant factor when evaluating local water quality over time.
Loves Park has a moderate flood history with 130 FEMA claims averaging $9,328 per payout. 25% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,650</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Loves Park
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Lead can reduce the most common contaminant found in Loves Park's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
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