Water Quality in BRIGHTON, CO (80602)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80602.
64
Total Violations
18
Health-Based
46
Monitoring / Reporting
51
Resolved
What does this mean?
51 of 64 violations have been resolved. 18 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 46 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (64 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 28, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(7)
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
2024(15)
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Groundwater Rule
45
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
How Does This Compare?
BRIGHTON (80602) has 64 recorded violations, including 18 health-based. 13 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
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.