Water Quality in FAIRPLAY, CO (80440)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80440.
59
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
41
Monitoring / Reporting
59
Resolved
What does this mean?
59 of 59 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 41 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.
Violations Detail (59 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 9, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jul 10, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(20)
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(10)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
How Does This Compare?
FAIRPLAY (80440) has 59 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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
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.