Water Quality in Crested Butte, CO (81224)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81224.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 76% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,101
Population
15
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Crested Butte Town Of
All resolvedCrested Butte South
All resolvedRiverland Lot Owners Assoc
Skyland Md
Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory
Buckhorn Ranch Ws
1 health-basedLarkspur Subd
All resolvedPonderosa Park Assoc
Saddle Ridge Ranch Estates Wc
All resolvedRiver Green Poa
Silver Sage Property Owners Association
Crested Butte-South Metro
Taylor River Canyon Llc
Glacier Lily Ws
Irwin Lodge
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Crested Butte (81224) has more violations than 76% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.