ZipCheckup grade for 60040: B.

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Water Quality Report
B 81

Highwood, IL (60040): Lead Above EPA Action Level - 81/100

EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Highwood)

System 90th-Percentile Lead Result Exceeds EPA Action Level

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 60040 in Highwood, IL contain 2 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score
B 81/100
Water Quality Concerns 2 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk High 0.076 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2024-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead 90th-percentile lead reading of 0.076 mg/L; the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to a water system's 90th-percentile result.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
2 violations
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
B
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 81 / 100
Home Safety Score higher than 62% of ZIP codes nationwide
2
Water Systems
5,335
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
0.076 mg/L
Reported Lead Result ⚠ Above EPA Action Level33.0× the national median for this measure
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$455K
Median Home Value209% above state median ($147K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 81/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
84/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
92/100
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 60040 in Highwood, Illinois is mapped to the water system Highwood (EPA ID: IL0970550). This system provides water to approximately 5,335 people from surface water sources.

There are 2 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Highwood IL0970550 5,335 Surface water
Highland Park IL0970500 30,176 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Highwood (IL0970550) on EPA.gov.

5 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records

Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 60040 show no PFAS detections among the compounds tested, at the program's reporting levels.

The EPA Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) required community and non-transient non-community water systems serving 3,300 or more people to test for 29 PFAS compounds and lithium between 2023 and 2025. Systems with no detections at the federal minimum reporting level had no results at or above that reporting level.

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Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE

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Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Highwood

Based on local data for ZIP 60040, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 60040 was built around 1951. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Highwood is 1951; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1951 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 60040 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 2 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 60040 (primary system: Highwood), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 60040's water come from?

The recorded water source for Highwood, a system mapped to ZIP code 60040, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 5,335 people.

How does Highwood water compare to the national average?

Highwood's Home Safety Score ranks better than 62% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 90% within Illinois.

How can I get my water tested in Highwood?

If Highwood supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 60040 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 60040 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.076 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This system 90th-percentile result is above the EPA lead action level of 0.015 mg/L, which requires corrective action by the system; consider a filter certified for lead reduction.

What is the radon risk for 60040?

60040 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Lake County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Highwood, IL (60040): Lead Above EPA Action Level - 81/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/60040/
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Page version: October 2026.

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