Water Quality in Durango, CO (81122)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81122.
Active Health Violations
9 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.
8,838
Population
36
Water Systems
90
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (36)
Durango City Of
All resolvedPagosa Area Wsd
All resolvedBayfield Town Of
Forest Lakes Md
Piedra Park Md
1 health-basedHomestead Trails
Vallecito Resort
Florida River Estates Hoa Inc
1 health-basedClaude Decker Subd Pipeline
Happy Scenes Ws Inc
Mountain Man Water Service
Vallecito Valley Subd
Blue Spruce Rv Park
All resolvedMountain River Rv Park
Root Creek Wa
Lightner Creek Mhp
All resolvedFreeman Creek
2 health-basedSunny Oaks
Pura Vida Cafe
All resolvedRocky Mountain General Store
Heartwood Co Op Housing
Five Branches Camper Park
4 health-basedVallecito Village
Mountain Spirit Water Company
All resolvedSilver Streams
1 health-basedTransfer Park Cg
Meadowlark Ranch
Old Timers Cg
Miller Creek Cg
Sig Creek Cg
Kroeger Cg
Mountain Man Water Service Llc
Green Acres Mhp
Purgatory Cg
Wits End Ranch
Holman Heights Subdivision
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Durango (81122) has more violations than 96% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 90.
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.