Is Vernon Hills, IL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Vernon Hills, IL tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Vernon Hills Get Its Water?
Water in Vernon Hills, IL is provided by 1 public water system: VERNON HILLS - LAKE CO PW.
How Is Vernon Hills Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine and ozone and on-site generated disinfectant. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), granular activated carbon filtration and post-ozone biofiltration.
What's in Vernon Hills Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Vernon Hills public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Vernon Hills
Current EPA monitoring data for Vernon Hills shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vernon Hills Tap Water
Is Vernon Hills tap water safe to drink?
Vernon Hills tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Vernon Hills tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Vernon Hills water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, PFBA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Vernon Hills get its drinking water?
Vernon Hills receives water from one public water system, including VERNON HILLS - LAKE CO PW.
Do I need a water filter in Vernon Hills?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Vernon Hills. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Vernon Hills tap water tested?
Public water systems in Vernon Hills are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2025-03-05.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Vernon Hills
- 60061 - Vernon Hills tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Vernon Hills, IL
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- VERNON HILLS - LAKE CO PWSome concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Libertyville, IL · Township
- Vernon, IL · Township