Water Quality in JULESBURG, CO (80737)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80737.
28
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
24
Monitoring / Reporting
26
Resolved
What does this mean?
26 of 28 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 24 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 (28 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 2, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 2, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 2, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 2, 2024 | Active | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Public Notice
76
2024(21)
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Public Notice
76
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
5A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
How Does This Compare?
JULESBURG (80737) has 28 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 2 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
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
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.