Water Quality in Aurora, CO (80122)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80122.
Active Health Violations
2 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 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
32,195
Population
12
Water Systems
22
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Aurora City Of
East Cherry Creek Valley Wsd
All resolvedEnglewood City Of
1 health-basedSouthgate Wsd
Southwest Metropolitan Wsd
Bow Mar Wtr & San Dist
Apple & Cherry Ridge Village
The Aspens Mobile Home Village
Chaparral Village Mhp
All resolvedMeadowlark Mobile Home Park
Wild Spirit Mountain Lodge Llc
1 health-basedRolling Pines Petroleum
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Monitoring for chemicals formed during water treatment disinfection.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Aurora (80122) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 22.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.