Water Quality in Colorado Springs, CO (80831)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80831.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
33,912
Population
26
Water Systems
150
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (26)
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colo Spgs - City-Pine Vly Plnt
Us Department Of The Army Fort Carson
All resolvedWoodmen Hills Md
All resolvedMeridian Service Md
All resolvedPaint Brush Hills
All resolvedSage Wua
All resolvedPeyton Ctef School
Pikes Peak School Of Expeditionary Learn
All resolvedPeyton Elem School Grade K 5
Peyton High School
Altman Plants
1 health-basedBlack Forest Bistro
Meridian Point Church
Falcon Food Store And Cg
All resolvedFalcon Colorado Springs Ne Koa Holiday
Black Forest Community Church
Elm Crest Mhp
Peyton Pines
All resolvedSilver Bonnett Park
All resolvedWeeks Mhp
Black Forest Pies And Grinders
All resolvedCountry Corner
Falcon High School
Western Omelette Of Falcon
Pinellis Spc Cntr Hangar Rest
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Colorado Springs (80831) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 150.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.