Water Quality in ASPEN, CO (81612)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81612.
40
Total Violations
3
Health-Based
37
Monitoring / Reporting
39
Resolved
What does this mean?
39 of 40 violations have been resolved. 3 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 37 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 (40 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
E. COLI
32
2024(25)
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Public Notice
75
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Surface Water Treatment Rule
36
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
Chlorine
27
How Does This Compare?
ASPEN (81612) has 40 recorded violations, including 3 health-based. 1 remains 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
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.