Water Quality in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (80905)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80905.
36
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
34
Monitoring / Reporting
34
Resolved
What does this mean?
34 of 36 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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 (36 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Jun 7, 2025 | Active | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 12, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Nov 12, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2024(14)
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule
12
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
How Does This Compare?
COLORADO SPRINGS (80905) has 36 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 2 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.