Water Quality in Colorado Springs, CO (80863)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80863.
Active Health Violations
11 health-based violations 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,329
Population
31
Water Systems
86
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (31)
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colo Spgs - City-Pine Vly Plnt
Us Department Of The Army Fort Carson
All resolvedWoodland Park City Of
1 health-basedCamp Elim Colorado Rockies Bible Camp
Joseph Wc
Woodland West Wua
All resolvedQuaker Ridge Camp
1 health-basedTranquil Acres Ws
1 health-basedWestcreek Lakes Wd
8 health-basedRosewood Hills Property Hoa
Native Water
All resolvedColorado Lions Camp
All resolvedRidgewood Wd
All resolvedCathedral Ridge
All resolvedCatamount Center
All resolvedTriple B Western Resort
Rainbow Valley Water Dist
Kendora Pines Assn
Elk Park Mhp
Paradise Systems Ranch
Moores Trlr Ct
Tall Timbers Cpgd & Ranch
Elk Park Trl Ct
Big Pine Cpgd
Whispering Pines Mhp
Swiss Chalet Restaurant
Depot Cafe At Petticoat Jctn
Mid Colorado Investment Teller
All resolvedSourdough Recreation Area
Mtn Meadows Adult Mhp And Cmpgd
Contaminants Found
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Colorado Springs (80863) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 86.
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
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
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.