Water Quality in La Junta, CO (81050)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81050.
Active Health Violations
104 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,894
Population
20
Water Systems
174
Violations (5yr)
104
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (20)
La Junta City Of
Bents Fort Wc
South Swink Water Authority
50 health-basedLa Junta Drive In Theatre
Bents Old Fort N H S
Alamosa Migrant & Seasonal Head Start
1 health-basedHomestead Improvement Association Inc
East End Wa
26 health-basedHolbrook Center Soft Wa
18 health-basedSouth Side Wa
9 health-basedWilder Packing Company
West Holbrook Pipeline Co.
Parkdale Water Company
Culligan Vndg Mach Carricas
Water Shop N Main Ordway The
Water Shop Water Castle The
Carver Subd
Water Shop Las Animas The
Wilsons Soft Water
Hunnicutt Ws
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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?
La Junta (81050) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 174.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.