Water Quality in MANCOS, CO (81328)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81328.
72
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
68
Monitoring / Reporting
65
Resolved
What does this mean?
65 of 72 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 68 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 (72 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(18)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
38
Public Notice
76
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
2024(19)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Public Notice
76
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Revised Total Coliform Rule
2D
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Public Notice
76
How Does This Compare?
MANCOS (81328) has 72 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 7 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.