Water Quality in Colorado Springs, CO (80908)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80908.
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 96% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
25,486
Population
20
Water Systems
105
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
Colorado Springs Utilities
Colo Spgs - City-Pine Vly Plnt
Us Department Of The Army Fort Carson
All resolvedPark Forest
Mt View School
Black Forest Store
Wedgewood At Black Forest
Camp La Foret
1 health-basedColorado Heights Camping Resort
Shadow Mountain Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedAbundant Life Victory Center
Bright Forest
1 health-basedCamelot Property Owners Assoc
All resolvedElephant Rock Mhp
8 health-basedSpirit Keeper
Black Forest Comm Cntr
Black Forest Lutheran Church
Andersoa Truck Stop
Black Forest Gliderport
Black Forest Mhp
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Monitoring for chemicals formed during water treatment disinfection.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Colorado Springs (80908) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 105.
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.