Water Quality in TELLURIDE, CO (81435)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81435.

591

Total Violations

69

Health-Based

522

Monitoring / Reporting

587

Resolved

What does this mean?

587 of 591 violations have been resolved. 69 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 522 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: 19 Population served: 10,689

Violations Detail (591 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Surface Water Treatment RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(26)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Active

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Mar 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Feb 28Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jan 3Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jan 3Resolved

2024(88)

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Nov 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Oct 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Sep 30Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 14Resolved

E. COLI

34

Sep 14Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 12Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Aug 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jul 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jul 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

41

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 10Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Apr 30Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 10Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 10Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

TELLURIDE (81435) has 591 recorded violations, including 69 health-based. 4 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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