Water Quality in DURANGO, CO (81303)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81303.

182

Total Violations

12

Health-Based

170

Monitoring / Reporting

173

Resolved

What does this mean?

173 of 182 violations have been resolved. 12 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 170 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: 26 Population served: 3,413

Violations Detail (182 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/AOct 4, 2025ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ActiveN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(19)

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

E. COLI

34

Oct 4Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Sep 30Active

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Mar 31Resolved

2024(29)

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Aug 11Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

76

May 11Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Apr 11Active

How Does This Compare?

DURANGO (81303) has 182 recorded violations, including 12 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

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

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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