Water Quality in Colorado Springs, CO (80903)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80903.
Active Health Violations
2 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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,491
Population
18
Water Systems
95
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (18)
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colo Spgs - City-Pine Vly Plnt
Us Department Of The Army Fort Carson
All resolvedCascade Metro District No 1
Falcon Highlands Md
All resolvedForest Lakes Md
All resolvedArabian Acres Md
1 health-basedEllicott Utilities Company Llc
All resolvedGlenview Owners Assoc
All resolvedRd Nixon Plant Clear Spring Ranch
1 health-basedSouth Meadows Cg
Saddlehorn Ranch Md
Interstate Industrail Park
Monument Work Center #2
Kupfner Trlr Ct
Fountain Valley Authority
Wildhorn Campground
Mid Colorado Investment
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Colorado Springs (80903) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 95.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.