Water Quality in Pueblo, CO (81022)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81022.

Past Health-Based Violations

1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 19 monitoring/reporting violations.

More violations than 79% of US ZIP codes.

Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.

1,143

Population

3

Water Systems

20

Violations (5yr)

1

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (3)

Pueblo Board Of Ww

Surface water 114,070 people served
0 violations
Lead tested: 2.3 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Pueblo West Md

1 health-based
Surface water 30,000 people served
20 violations (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 2 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Huerfano Wd

Purchased surface water 0
0 violations

Contaminants Found

TTHMHealth-Based
1 violation
All resolved
ChloriteMonitoring
8 violations
All resolved
Chlorine dioxideMonitoring
7 violations
All resolved
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
2 violations
All resolved
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoring

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

1 violation
All resolved
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoring
1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Within limit
2.3 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2023

How Does This Compare?

Pueblo (81022) has more violations than 79% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.

Fewer violations 79th percentile More violations

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.

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