Water Quality in Westcliffe, CO (81252)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81252.
Active Health Violations
3 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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,763
Population
17
Water Systems
41
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Round Mountain Wsd
Sky Ranch Horn Creek
Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp
All resolvedMtn Meadows Summer Camp
Valley View Park Mobile Home Community
Historic Pines Ranch
2 health-basedHermit Basin Lodge
1 health-basedUplift Mountain
Lake Deweese Lodge
Wet Mountain Meat Packing Co
Spreadeagle Hoa
All resolvedAlpine Lodge Dinner Rest And Cbn
All resolvedHorn Creek Boys Ranch
Horn Creek Mtn Meadows
Horn Creek Lodge
Horn Creek Recreation Center
Horn Creek Girls Ranch
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Westcliffe (81252) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 41.
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.