Water Quality in RYE, CO (81069)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81069.

154

Total Violations

118

Health-Based

Monitoring / Reporting

154

Resolved

What does this mean?

154 of 154 violations have been resolved. 118 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 36 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.

Water systems: 6 Population served: 1,082

Violations Detail (154 total)

Contaminant	Category	MCL Limit	Measured	Date	Status	Health Effects
Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	May 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.068	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.068	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.068	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.068	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Oct 31, 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
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.071	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.071	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.071	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.071	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Surface Water Treatment Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.07	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.07	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.07	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.07	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.063	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.063	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.063	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.063	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.093	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 12, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 12, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.094	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.094	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.094	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.094	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Apr 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Apr 16, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Apr 16, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0999	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0999	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0999	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0999	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.142	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.142	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.142	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.142	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0999	Mar 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.064	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.065	Jun 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.072	Mar 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.072	Mar 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.072	Mar 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.072	Mar 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.072	Mar 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Feb 10, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Feb 10, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jan 9, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jan 9, 2022	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.115	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.115	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.115	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.115	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.115	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.096	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Nov 10, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Nov 10, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.113	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0947	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.113	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.113	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.113	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.113	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jul 1, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jul 1, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jul 1, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Health-Based	N/A	N/A	Jul 1, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.11568	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.11568	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.11568	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.11568	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	0.11568	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Health-Based	N/A	0.0953	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	88.65	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	88.65	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	88.65	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	88.65	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Health-Based	N/A	88.65	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Feb 26, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Feb 26, 2021	Resolved	N/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

Surface Water Treatment Rule

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

May 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

2024(33)

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Dec 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Dec 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Oct 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

RYE (81069) has 154 recorded violations, including 118 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.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

Water Quality in RYE, CO (81069)

What does this mean?

Violations Detail (154 total)

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(13)

2024(33)

2023(36)

2022(26)

2021(46)

How Does This Compare?

Recommended Water Filters

Reverse Osmosis System

Activated Carbon Filter

UV Water Purifier

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