Water Quality in HESPERUS, CO (81326)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81326.
75
Total Violations
2
Health-Based
73
Monitoring / Reporting
69
Resolved
What does this mean?
69 of 75 violations have been resolved. 2 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 73 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 (75 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| 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 |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(28)
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
2024(8)
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
How Does This Compare?
HESPERUS (81326) has 75 recorded violations, including 2 health-based. 6 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.