Water Quality in DEL NORTE, CO (81132)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81132.
30
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
30
Monitoring / Reporting
29
Resolved
What does this mean?
29 of 30 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 30 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.
Violations Detail (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 18, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 20, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
Public Notice
76
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
2024(8)
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
76
How Does This Compare?
DEL NORTE (81132) has 30 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.