Water Quality in Boulder, CO (80516)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80516.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 27 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 84% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
39,048
Population
12
Water Systems
28
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Boulder City Of
All resolvedGreeley City Of
All resolvedBroomfield City And County Of
1 health-basedLongmont City Of
All resolvedErie Town Of
Lafayette City Of
All resolvedMcdonald Farms Enterprises Inc
All resolvedLeisure Living
Erie Meadows
Dollar General #18895
North Huron Wd
Parkland Estates Re D Mcfeeters
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Boulder (80516) has more violations than 84% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 28.
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
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.