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Great Lakes, IL (60088): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 80/100
EPA data for North Chicago
Health-based violation records by water system:
- North Chicago (2)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 60088 in Great Lakes, IL contain 6 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 2 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 health-based violations and 4 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
- Flood 78 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
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Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 80/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 60088 in Great Lakes, Illinois is mapped to the water system North Chicago (EPA ID: IL0971250). This system provides water to approximately 16,813 people from surface water sources.
Other Water Quality Reports in Illinois
- 60001 (Alden)
- 60002 (Antioch) - 30 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60004 (Arlington Heights) - 36 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60005 (Arlington Heights) - 47 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60006 (Arlington Heights)
- 60007 (Elk Grove Village) - 37 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60008 (Rolling Meadows) - 44 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60009 (Elk Grove Village)
- 60010 (Barrington) - 54 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60011 (Barrington)
- 60012 (Crystal Lake) - 47 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60013 (Cary) - 36 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60014 (Crystal Lake) - 76 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60015 (Deerfield) - 13 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60016 (Des Plaines) - 27 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60017 (Des Plaines)
- 60018 (Des Plaines) - 24 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60019 (Des Plaines)
- 60020 (Fox Lake) - 114 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60021 (Fox River Grove) - 22 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 60044 (Lake Bluff) - 2 mi - 20 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60064 (North Chicago) - 2 mi - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60085 (Waukegan) - 4 mi - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60079 (Waukegan) - 4 mi
- 60045 (Lake Forest) - 5 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60048 (Libertyville) - 5 mi - 28 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60092 (Libertyville) - 5 mi
- 60031 (Gurnee) - 6 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60087 (Waukegan) - 7 mi - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 60037 (Fort Sheridan) - 7 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for North Chicago (IL0971250) 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.
Compliance History
UCMR 5 PFAS monitoring: no reportable detections in available records
Available federal UCMR5 records for water systems mapped to ZIP code 60088 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.
Health Risks from Detected Contaminants
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM)
High RiskEPA reference value: 0.08 mg/L · 1 violation on record
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects
At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration · Find a filter →
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
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Home & Flood Insurance
The ZIP code for this report in Great Lakes has 78 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.
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Gutter Installation & Repair
The median home in 60088 was built around 1989. 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 60088 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 6 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 60088 (primary system: North Chicago), including 2 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 60088's water come from?
The recorded water source for North Chicago, a system mapped to ZIP code 60088, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 16,813 people.
How does Great Lakes water compare to the national average?
Great Lakes's Home Safety Score ranks better than 60% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 87% within Illinois.
How can I get my water tested in Great Lakes?
If North Chicago 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.
What is the radon risk for 60088?
60088 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.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 60088?
FEMA records contain 78 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 60088; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Great Lakes, IL (60088): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 80/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/60088/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 60088
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60044 | Lake Bluff, IL | 1.5 mi | C | 20 |
| 60064 | North Chicago, IL | 1.5 mi | B | 14 |
| 60085 | Waukegan, IL | 3.5 mi | B | 21 |
| 60079 | Waukegan, IL | 4.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 60045 | Lake Forest, IL | 4.6 mi | B | 5 |
| 60048 | Libertyville, IL | 4.6 mi | C | 28 |
| 60092 | Libertyville, IL | 4.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 60031 | Gurnee, IL | 6.0 mi | B | 10 |
| 60087 | Waukegan, IL | 6.6 mi | B | 18 |
| 60037 | Fort Sheridan, IL | 7.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
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