Water Quality in Fort Collins, CO (80524)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80524.
Active Health Violations
7 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
40,030
Population
22
Water Systems
55
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (22)
Ft Collins City Of
All resolvedGreeley 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
Fort Collins Koa Lakeside Cg
Nueva Vida Mobile Home Park
2 health-basedBouse Rv Park
All resolvedLivermore Ws
5 health-basedVillas The Mhp
All resolvedPlains Marketing Tampa Loading Facility
West Lake Cg/Redfeather Wc
Colorado Springs Campground
Buckhorn Work Center Ws
Longs Peak Conference Center
Bellaine Day Use Area
Stallion Oil Field Services Rockies
Shady Acres Mhp
Arrowhead Lodge Visitor
Weld Central High School
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.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Fort Collins (80524) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 55.
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
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.