Water Quality in Durango, CO (81303)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81303.
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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,236
Population
27
Water Systems
62
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (27)
Durango City Of
All resolvedDurango La Plata Airport
1 health-basedDurango West Md No 1
Southwest Horizon Ranch
All resolvedDurango'S Cowboy Church
Knolls At Durango Hoa
All resolvedNarrow Gauge Mhp
Old Homestead Mhp
Oasis Rv Resort
1 health-basedHermosa Village
Cross Bar X Youth Ranch
Durango Rv Park
Target Rental
Florida Mesa Child Care Center
Durango Ranch Rv Resort
All resolvedPinon Heights Mhp
All resolvedBlue Lake Ranch
All resolvedSunshine Garden Country Home
All resolved133 Kaycee Lane
Elk Park Center
Scenic Square Subd
Well On Wheels Water Hauler
1 health-basedJeter Water System
Sunnyside Hoa
Durango Organics
Sisters 2 Stage Stop
Bondad Hill Saloon Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Durango (81303) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 62.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.