Water Quality in Steamboat Springs, CO (80487)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80487.
Active Health Violations
35 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 99% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,525
Population
38
Water Systems
242
Violations (5yr)
35
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (38)
Mt Werner Wd
4 health-basedSteamboat Ski Corp Thunderhead
All resolvedSteamboat Ski Corp Rendezvous
Steamboat Ii Md
4 health-basedFish Creek Falls Recreation Area
Steamboat Springs Koa
4 health-basedStrawberry Park Hot Springs
All resolvedTree Haus Md
Haymaker Golf Course
Catamount Md Lake Property
Perry Mansfield Camp
6 health-basedPhippsburg Town Of
2 health-basedSleepy Bear Mhp
1 health-basedCatamount Md Ranch Property
Deerwood Service Company Llc
All resolvedSteamboat Mountain School
14 health-basedMarabou Hoa
Riverbend Cabins
Eagle Soaring Rv Park
Sidney Peak Ranch
Saddleback Ranch
All resolvedDry Lake Cg
Walton Creek Cg
Sawmill Creek Cg
Seedhouse Cg #2
Freeman Reservoir Cg
Trappers Lake Campground
Raindrop Water Hauler
All resolvedAlpine Mountain Ranch Md
Summit Creek Guard Station
Hahns Peak Lake Cmpgrd-Upperlp
Dumont Cg No 2 East
Steamboat Springs Corp Patrol Hq
Hahns Peak Cg
Dumont Cg No 1 West
Steamboat Ski Snow Control Building
Meadows Cg
Routt County Yampa Airport
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Steamboat Springs (80487) has more violations than 99% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 242.
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.