Water Quality in Aurora, CO (80120)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80120.
Active Health Violations
4 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
29,725
Population
32
Water Systems
93
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
Aurora City Of
Castle Rock Town Of
All resolvedHighlands Ranch Wsd
Parker Wsd
East Cherry Creek Valley Wsd
All resolvedEnglewood City Of
1 health-basedSouthgate Wsd
Southwest Metropolitan Wsd
Meridian Md
All resolvedEagle River Village Mhp
All resolvedFoxridge Farms Mhp
All resolvedNorthbrook Villas Mhc
River Valley Mhc
Skyline Village Mobile Home Pk
1 health-basedFranklin Mobile Home Park
All resolvedEl Morro Mobile Estates
1 health-basedLake Fork Mhp
All resolvedWestern Hills Mhp
The Rincon Water Cooperative
All resolvedSunrise Village Mobile Home Park
Cedar Village Mhp
Valle Grande Mobile Home Park
All resolvedNorth Breeze Mhp
1 health-basedWhite Pine Resort
All resolvedW Bar K Mobile Home Park
Ken Caryl Ranch Wtr & San Dist
Scoop Shovel Mhp
Redbird Farms Co
Beacon Dvlpmnt Ctr Day Sch
Northwoods Inn
Road House
Redbird Farms Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Aurora (80120) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 93.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.