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Official Status: March 2026

Is Oak Lawn tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100.

Safety Score
69
out of 100

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Oak Lawn

Illinois

View Illinois state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Oak Lawn tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Oak Lawn. We found 39 total violations (18 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 10:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Oak Lawn.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Oak Lawn?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Oak Lawn, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 69/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Oak Lawn

39
Violations (5yr)
18
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Oak Lawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak Lawn tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 69/100.

How many water systems serve Oak Lawn?

Oak Lawn is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Oak Lawn?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Oak Lawn.

What is the water quality score for Oak Lawn?

The water quality score for Oak Lawn is 69 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Oak Lawn?

The top contaminants detected in Oak Lawn include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
69/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
1
Population
58,362

Oak Lawn Water Quality Summary

Oak Lawn, IL receives a water quality score of 69/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Oak Lawn's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Oak Lawn's score of 69 is 3 points above the Illinois state average of 66, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Illinois water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0081 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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