Water Quality in BAYFIELD, CO (81122)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81122.

251

Total Violations

35

Health-Based

216

Monitoring / Reporting

242

Resolved

What does this mean?

242 of 251 violations have been resolved. 35 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 216 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: 34 Population served: 7,409

Violations Detail (251 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
1,2-DichloroethaneMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CHLOROBENZENEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CHLOROBENZENEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
CHLOROBENZENEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
DICHLOROMETHANEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
DICHLOROMETHANEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
DICHLOROMETHANEMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
1,1-DichloroethyleneMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(76)

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Benzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Toluene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Styrene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Jun 30Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Jun 30Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jun 11Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 1Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

E. COLI

34

Apr 11Resolved

2024(36)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Sep 25Active

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 1Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Aug 31Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Jul 8Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Jul 8Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Jul 8Resolved

Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

12

Jul 8Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 1Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 1Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BAYFIELD (81122) has 251 recorded violations, including 35 health-based. 9 remain unresolved. 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

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.

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