Water Quality in Genoa, CO (80818)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80818.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

337

Population

1

Water Systems

24

Violations (5yr)

1

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (1)

Genoa Town Of

1 health-based
Groundwater under influence of surface water 153 people served
24 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based
Lead tested: 9.5 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Contaminants Found

NitrateHealth-Based

At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.

2 violations
All resolved
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
6 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
4 violations
All resolved
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoring

Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.

3 violations
Has active
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

2 violations
Has active
ChlorineMonitoring

Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.

2 violations
All resolved
Public NoticeMonitoring
2 violations
All resolved
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSMonitoring
1 violation
Has active
ArsenicMonitoring

A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Approaching limit
9.5 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2023

How Does This Compare?

Genoa (80818) has more violations than 81% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 24.

Fewer violations 81th percentile More violations

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

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.

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