Health Violations Found

Union, IL (60180): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Huntley)

Health Violations Found PFAS Detected

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 60180 in Union, IL contain 7 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

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 N/A
Water Quality Issues 2 health-based violation records
Lead Risk Below action level 0.001 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 23 claims
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 health-based violations and 5 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
  • Flood 23 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
7 violations 2 health-based PFAS detected
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
4
Water Systems
28,495
People Served
2
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Reported Lead ResultBelow the national median of system results
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$290K
Median Home Value98% above state median ($147K)

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Score Breakdown

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Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
80/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

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

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 60180 in Union, Illinois is mapped to the water system Huntley (EPA ID: IL1110350). This system provides water to approximately 28,495 people from groundwater sources.

There are 4 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.

Metal Measured Level EPA Action Level Status Sample Date or Period
Copper Action-level exceedance on record 1.3 mg/L Exceeds action level Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data
How to read the copper row. EPA's reporting schema defines the copper CU90 code as an action-level exceedance (a system's 90th-percentile copper above the 1.3 mg/L action level), so this row reflects an exceedance on record, not a routine measurement. No copper concentration is shown because no verified unit is available for this value. A system with no copper record has not been shown to be clean: the absence of a recorded exceedance is not a measurement.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Huntley IL1110350 28,495 Groundwater
Marengo IL1110650 7,572 Groundwater
Union IL1110900 594 Groundwater
Woodstock IL1110950 25,630 Groundwater

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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 Huntley (IL1110350) 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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Compliance History

2021 2022 2023 2024 1 2025 2
Health-based (MCL/TT) Other violations

PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 60180.

Detected compounds: PFBS.

Highest measured level: 0.011 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (7) HIGH

CPSC product recall notices

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Protect Your Home in Union

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Union has 23 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 60180 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

Estimate Your Home Maintenance Costs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 60180 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 7 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 60180 (primary system: Huntley), 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 60180's water come from?

The recorded water source for Huntley, a system mapped to ZIP code 60180, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 28,495 people.

How can I get my water tested in Union?

If Huntley 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 60180 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 60180 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 60180?

60180 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in McHenry County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 60180's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 60180. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 60180?

FEMA records contain 23 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 60180; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Union, IL (60180): 2 Health-Based Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/60180/
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Page version: October 2026.

Nearby ZIP Code Reports

Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 60180

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
60152 Marengo, IL 4.7 mi B 2
60142 Huntley, IL 5.7 mi B 25
60098 Woodstock, IL 8.6 mi C 73
60001 Alden, IL 8.8 mi N/A 0
60039 Crystal Lake, IL 8.8 mi N/A 0
60140 Hampshire, IL 9.0 mi C 28
60014 Crystal Lake, IL 10.1 mi C 76
60156 Lake In The Hills, IL 10.3 mi B 19
60136 Gilberts, IL 11.2 mi C 25
60012 Crystal Lake, IL 11.3 mi N/A 47

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