Water Quality in Colorado Springs, CO (80905)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80905.
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 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,672
Population
12
Water Systems
18
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (12)
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colo Spgs - City-Pine Vly Plnt
Us Department Of The Army Fort Carson
All resolvedEl Paso Parks Fountain Creek A1
All resolvedEl Paso Parks Black Forest
All resolvedEl Paso Parks Homestead Ranch
El Paso Parks Santa Fe Trail
El Paso Parks Fountain Creek Nature Ctr
All resolvedSpruce Hill Development
A 1 Mobile Home Village
1 health-basedDanish Flats
Rollercoaster Trailhead Fox Run
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Colorado Springs (80905) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 18.
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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.