Water Quality in Denver, CO (80202)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80202.
Active Health Violations
9 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 87% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,589
Population
39
Water Systems
37
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (39)
Denver Water Board
All resolvedEcho Lake Lodge
1 health-basedPalms Of Archer
North Lincoln Wsd
Westmoor Mhc
Village Oaks Mhp
Meridian Sooner Mhp
Westlake Mhp
Xcel Energy Comanche Plant
1 health-basedOak Ridge Estates
Charriot Mobile Home Park
Cgg Seismic Train - 3d
Glenview Mobile Home Community
Bpx Man
Jonah Energy (Linn) Oc
Meadowood Village Mhp
Xcel Energy Hayden Station
7 health-basedJonah Energy Llc Field Office
Excell Lawson Village
All resolvedSanta Fe Snyder Oil Corporation
Liberty Oilfield Services - Midland Pdp
Valli Hi Mhp
Cgg Seismic Train - 2d
Rocky Mountain Energy Center
Utah Flour Mill
Sherwood Village
Zzzcollective Retreats Kitchen Well
Dcp Midstream Sherhan Plant
Bakken Crew Lodges At Grassy Butte
Ally Onsite
Mt Carbon Md
Atandt
Pti Man Camp
Noble Energy Temp Crew
Ally Onsite
Richlawn Hills Subd
Jonah Energy Llc Workforce Facility
Dcp Midstream Fullerton Plant
Southfork Mobile Home Community
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Monitoring for chemicals formed during water treatment disinfection.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Denver (80202) has more violations than 87% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 37.
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.