Water Quality in JOES, CO (80822)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80822.
21
Total Violations
5
Health-Based
16
Monitoring / Reporting
18
Resolved
What does this mean?
18 of 21 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 16 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 (21 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Sep 10, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 4, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 12, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 12, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
2024(4)
Public Notice
75
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
How Does This Compare?
JOES (80822) has 21 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 3 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.