Water Quality in LAFAYETTE, CO (80026)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80026.

285

Total Violations

7

Health-Based

278

Monitoring / Reporting

273

Resolved

What does this mean?

273 of 285 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 278 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 18 Population served: 33,337

Violations Detail (285 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 22, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AOct 22, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(42)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Oct 22Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Oct 22Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Active

Public Notice

76

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 16Active

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Apr 11Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Apr 11Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Apr 11Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

76

Mar 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(44)

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

TTHM

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

76

Dec 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Sep 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

LAFAYETTE (80026) has 285 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 12 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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