Water Quality in Glenwood Springs, CO (81601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81601.
Active Health Violations
7 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 94% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,844
Population
77
Water Systems
76
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (77)
Rifle City Of
1 health-basedGlenwood Springs City Of
Kestrel Ii John Schenk
Colorado Mtn College Svc
1 health-basedMaroon Lake
All resolvedSunlight Mountain Resort
Elk Springs Hoa
Valley Investment Properties
Cavern Springs Mhc, Llc
Aspen Equestrian Blue Creek Ranch
All resolvedSpring Creeks Ranch
Peak One Pine Cove Cg
Holland Hills Md
All resolvedLowry Cg Prospector Cg
All resolvedWaldorf School
Catto Center At Toklat
All resolvedHeaton Bay Cg
Compass Aspen Community School
Holy Cross R D Office
Anderson Camps Ltd
1 health-basedNo Name Creek Ws
Pine Creek Cookhouse
2 health-basedMountain Meadows
Beyul Retreat Inc
Springridge Subd
Mtn Meadows Mbl Hm Pk
Difficult Cg
Lake Trlr Ct
Thirsty Corp
Oak Meadows Subd Filings
Bogan Campground
Trappers Lake Cg
All resolvedWestbank Mesa Hoa
Brettleberg Condos At Sunlight
Chapman Campground
Rifle Creek Estates Hoa
Teller Springs Hoa
All resolvedEl Rocko Mhp
Redstone Ii
Kk Water Assoc
Habitat For Humanity Restore Rfv
Glenwood Canyon Resort
Ruedi Complex
Orchard Estates
Lions Ridge Estates
2 health-basedAvalanche Assoc
Sunlight Mountain Inn
Riverview Subd
All resolvedSunlight Inn & Restaurant
Oak Meadows Water Association
Redstone I Osgood Cg
All resolvedCattle Creek Wua
All resolvedAjax Sleepaway
All resolvedRoaring Fork Commons
Callicotte Ranch
West Ranch Subd
All resolvedPonderosa Lodge
Coffee Pot Spring Cg
Colorado Mtn College
Budges South Fork Resort
Bogan Flats Cg
Lazy Diamond A Subd
Hideout Cabins & Campgrounds
Grizzly Creek Camper Park
Dearhamer Meredith Cg
Chapman Cg - White
Little Mattie Cg - White
Riverside Cottages
Duplicate Of 223712 Do Not Use
Cdot Dowd Junction Treatment Plant
Peachblow Sub
Garfield County Airport Authority
Cdot Edwards Rest Area
Sopris Restaurant
Mid Valley Mart Inc
Avalanche Campground
Himes Peak Cg
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Glenwood Springs (81601) has more violations than 94% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 76.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.