Water Quality in WHEAT RIDGE, CO (80033)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80033.

267

Total Violations

121

Health-Based

146

Monitoring / Reporting

257

Resolved

What does this mean?

257 of 267 violations have been resolved. 121 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 146 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: 52 Population served: 47,337

Violations Detail (267 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AAug 14, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 18, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AJul 11, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(29)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Aug 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Aug 14Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jul 18Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jul 18Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Jul 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Jul 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Jul 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

58

Jul 11Resolved

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS

4H

Jul 1Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Active

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 6Resolved

2024(30)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 7Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 7Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

44

May 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

TTHM

02

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 14Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Mar 14Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WHEAT RIDGE (80033) has 267 recorded violations, including 121 health-based. 10 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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