Water Quality in Lakewood, CO (80033)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80033.
Active Health Violations
27 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,485
Population
58
Water Systems
79
Violations (5yr)
27
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (58)
Arvada City Of
All resolvedConsolidated Mutual Maple Grove
Consolidated Mutual Water Company
Green Mountain Wsd
All resolvedBancroft Clover Wsd
Golden City Of
Wheat Ridge Wtr Dist
Valley Wd
Valley Wtr Dist
Aspen Park Md
All resolvedVail Mountain Coffee And Tea
Hillcrest Village Mhp
All resolvedLookout Mountain Wd
11 health-basedDenver Cascade Mhp
Holiday Hills Village
Berkeley Village Mobile Home Park
All resolvedCimarron Village
All resolvedGolden Terrace West
All resolvedDeer Creek Wd
1 health-basedCircle K No 4062
Golden Terrace Village
All resolvedPueblo Grande Village
Circle K No 4054
Mesa Cortina Wsd
St Marys Glacier Wsd
4 health-basedGolden Terrace South
Blue Mountain Wd
Green Acres Mhp
Fort Llc The
Eldorado Municipal System
King Murphy Elementary
Olde Stage Wd
All resolvedBuffalo Run Golf Course
All resolvedPine Lane Plaza
Glacier View Ranch
Swiss Valley Llc
Barr Lake Rvp
Blackbird Cafe And Tavern
4 Way Ranch Md 2
Sierra Vista Hoa
Knollwood Md
Wild Animal Sanctuary The
Buffalo Ridge Estates
C And L Gas
Table Mesa Village Mhp
11 health-basedGilpin County Justice Center
Usfs Blm Office La Jara
King Soopers 087 Fuel
Grace Mar Wua
Joseph T Ryerson And Son Inc
Camp Colorado
Country Manor Motel
All resolvedArapahoe Mhp
Edwards Meats
Peakview Mhp
Ponderosa Group Home
Marietta Inn
Foss Park Camp
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Lakewood (80033) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 79.
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.