Water Quality in WATKINS, CO (80137)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80137.

233

Total Violations

3

Health-Based

230

Monitoring / Reporting

232

Resolved

What does this mean?

232 of 233 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 230 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: 6 Population served: 2,931

Violations Detail (233 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AAug 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
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
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(16)

Public Notice

76

Aug 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 19Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Feb 19Resolved

2024(6)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

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

75

Jan 19Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 19Resolved

How Does This Compare?

WATKINS (80137) has 233 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 1 remains 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

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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