Water Quality in Leadville, CO (80461)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80461.
Active Health Violations
8 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,957
Population
34
Water Systems
152
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Parkville Wd
All resolvedTurquoise Lake Rec Area
6 health-basedSki Cooper
All resolvedSugar Loafin Rv Campground
Mountain Valley Estates
All resolvedSugar Loafin Park
Mt Elbert Wa
All resolvedMt View Village Trlr Ct
Mt Massive Trlr Pk
Prospector Restaurant, The
High Mountain Institute
All resolvedColorado Outward Bound School
All resolvedBullard Mobile Home Park
Mt Massive Golf Course
2 health-basedGrand West Village Resort
All resolvedMackinaw Cottages
Lake County/Leadville Airport
Pines Trlr Ct
Cabin Cove Recreation Site
Ymca Of The Rockies 2
Glen Cove Campground
Sage Cafe
Leadville Natl Fish Hatchery
Hitchin Post Motel
White Starr Ridge Loop
White Starr Sage Loop
White Star Valley Loop
Little Joes Trlr Ct
Four Seasons Hoa Spring Circle
Hideaway Tp
Donald Bailey Properties Llc
Buckeye Creek Restaurant
Asarco Joint Venture
Dexter Point Cg
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Leadville (80461) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 152.
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.
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.