Water Quality in Lakewood, CO (80020)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80020.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 25 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
54,201
Population
28
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Thornton City Of
All resolvedWestminster City Of
All resolvedArvada City Of
All resolvedBoulder City Of
All resolvedBroomfield City And County Of
1 health-basedLongmont City Of
All resolvedConsolidated Mutual Maple Grove
South Adams County Wsd
Brighton City Of
1 health-basedConsolidated Mutual Water Company
Green Mountain Wsd
All resolvedNorthglenn City Of
Bancroft Clover Wsd
Erie Town Of
Golden City Of
Lafayette City Of
All resolvedNorth Washington W&S Dist
Mile High Wtr Co
Sportland Trailer Park
Nor-West Drive Inn Theater
Westlake Southern Baptist Chpl
Rocky Mountain Growers
Barbers Poultry Inc
Mile Hi Livestock Auction
Westlake Wsd
Denver North Cg
Kb West
Jefferson County Airport
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Lakewood (80020) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.