Round Lake Beach
Is Round Lake Beach tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Round Lake Beach scores 51/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Round Lake Beach. We found 76 total violations (37 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 05:00 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Round Lake Beach.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Round Lake Beach?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter or no filter for Round Lake Beach water? Here's what the data says.
Baby Formula Safety
What new parents in Round Lake Beach should know about tap water safety.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Round Lake Beach, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 51/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Round Lake Beach
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Round Lake Beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Round Lake Beach tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Round Lake Beach scores 51/100.
How many water systems serve Round Lake Beach?
Round Lake Beach is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Round Lake Beach?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Round Lake Beach.
What is the water quality score for Round Lake Beach?
The water quality score for Round Lake Beach is 51 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Round Lake Beach?
The top contaminants detected in Round Lake Beach include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Round Lake Beach Water Quality Summary
Round Lake Beach, IL receives a water quality score of 51/100 (Grade D) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Round Lake Beach's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Round Lake Beach's score of 51 is 15 points below 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
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