Wood Dale, IL: 4 Violations — 62/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Drilling into federal monitoring figures for Wood Dale in IL, the pattern is middle-of-the-road — some utilities have documented MCL exceedances or treatment technique violations in recent years, while others have operated without a single flag, making the city's grade a genuine average rather than a rounded-down high.
How Wood Dale Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Facts for Wood Dale Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.67.
Wood Dale's Water Providers
In Wood Dale, IL, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 3 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Wood Dale, Illinois (population ~14,381), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 70,566 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wood Dale: C (62/100)
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
Wood Dale water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Wood Dale
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
All ZIP Codes in Wood Dale
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.
Wood Dale Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Wood Dale's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Wood Dale
Within the Wood Dale market, estimated remediation claims a small portion of typical property equity — the financial burden is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Wood Dale are relatively low compared to home values. The $400–$1,700 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 67% above the Illinois average.
Wood Dale: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
FEMA data shows 50% of Wood Dale's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 244 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
Wood Dale has a moderate flood history with 244 FEMA claims averaging $14,977 per payout. 50% 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>$1,000</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 Wood Dale
- 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 Surface Water Treatment Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Wood Dale'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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