Water Quality in Fort Collins, CO (80525)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80525.
Active Health Violations
4 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.
54,211
Population
13
Water Systems
131
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
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
Pine Bluffs, Town Of
4 health-basedPlatte River Power Authority
All resolvedMountain Park
Sleeping Elephant
Dowdy Lake
Presque Isle Campground Trailer Park 1
Kelly Flats
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Fort Collins (80525) has more violations than 97% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 131.
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.