Water Quality in BASALT, CO (81621)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81621.

352

Total Violations

5

Health-Based

347

Monitoring / Reporting

335

Resolved

What does this mean?

335 of 352 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 347 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: 15 Population served: 9,054

Violations Detail (352 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 4, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 4, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 4, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJan 4, 2025ActiveN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)MonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
TTHMMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Lead and Copper RuleMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(6)

Public Notice

76

Oct 4Active

Public Notice

76

Jul 4Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

76

Apr 4Active

Public Notice

76

Jan 4Active

2024(37)

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

TTHM

27

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Lead and Copper Rule

66

Dec 31Active

Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)

27

Dec 31Active

Public Notice

76

Oct 4Active

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Jun 10Active

E. COLI

32

Apr 30Resolved

E. COLI

32

Apr 30Resolved

E. COLI

32

Apr 30Resolved

Public Notice

76

Mar 16Resolved

Public Notice

76

Mar 16Resolved

Public Notice

76

Mar 10Active

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

E. COLI

32

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Surface Water Treatment Rule

36

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule

38

Jan 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jan 27Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jan 9Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

5A

Jan 9Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BASALT (81621) has 352 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. 17 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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