Water Quality in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (80925)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 80925.
18
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
18
Monitoring / Reporting
18
Resolved
What does this mean?
18 of 18 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 18 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 (18 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Oct 8, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Oct 8, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Oct 8, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Chlorine | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2022(15)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2021(3)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
COLORADO SPRINGS (80925) has 18 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
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
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.