Water Quality in CRESTED BUTTE, CO (81224)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81224.
49
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
45
Monitoring / Reporting
45
Resolved
What does this mean?
45 of 49 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 45 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 (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(8)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
Surface Water Treatment Rule
41
2024(12)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
CRESTED BUTTE (81224) has 49 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 4 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
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
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.