Water Quality in Fort Collins, CO (80517)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80517.
Active Health Violations
15 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 97% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,657
Population
91
Water Systems
115
Violations (5yr)
15
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (91)
Ft Collins City Of
All resolvedLoveland City Of
All resolvedFt Collins Loveland Wd
East Larimer County Wd
All resolvedCsu Main And West Housing Campus
Little Thompson Wd
Estes Park Town Of
1 health-basedYmca Rockies Wind River
4 health-basedFall River Pass
1 health-basedRmnp Headquarters East
All resolvedEstes Park Cg At Marys Lake
All resolvedLongs Peak Cg
All resolvedGlacier Basin
Hermit Park Open Space
1 health-basedWindcliff Poa
All resolvedAnnunciation Heights
4 health-basedHidden Valley
Wild Basin Es
Aspen Glen Cg
Bear Lake
All resolvedFawn Valley Inn
Ride A Kart Family Fun Center
1 health-basedEstes Park Cg At East Portal
Dao House
All resolvedOlympus Lodge
All resolvedDella Terra
Seven Keys Lodge
Estes Park - Town Of 4
Estes Park - Town Of 2
Estes Park - Town Of 3
Water Man The
All resolvedWind River Ranch Ws
Wind River Ranch
Lanes Guest Ranch
Cascade Cottages
Mcgregor Mtn Lodge
All resolvedLongs Peak Inn
Loveland Heights Cottages
Alpine Trail Ridge Inn
High Peak Camp
Fawn Valley Inn & Chalets
Summit Properties Colorado Llc
2 health-basedIndian Head Guest Ranch
Wildwood Inn
North End Water Co
Lane Guest Ranch
Park Entrance Mutual Pipeline And Wc
Workshire Lodge
Bighorn Rs
Landmark Motel/Meadowbrook Ps
Indian Head Ranch
Dunraven Heights Water Co
Circle C Camp
Fire Mountain Programs
1 health-basedBoulder Brook
Gypsy Baron
Aspen Glen Cpgd
Bighorn
Green Pipeline
Endo Valley
Bear Lake
Y.C.C. Camp
Grand Lake Entrance
Amberwood Estate Llp
Hewlet Packard - Hermit Park
Park Entrance Mutual Pipeline
Deer Mountain Cabins
Park Entrance Mtl Ppln&Wtr Co
Chalet Of Estes Park
Green Pipeline
Whispering Pines Cottages
Hondius Beaver Water Co
Never Summer Ranch
Twin Owls
Spruce Lake Rv Park
Mountain Water Service
Wild Basin Rs
A Bay Roaring Fork Cg
All Budget Inn
Lily Lake
Lazy B Ranch
Sprague Lake Pa
Tiny Town Cottages
Manor Rv Park
Black Cabin Resort No658
Estes Park Mt Shop
Colorado River Trailhead
Andersons Wonderview Ltd
Endo Valley Pa
Timberlane Motor Lodge
Harmony Foundation
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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?
Fort Collins (80517) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 115.
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
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
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.