Water Quality in Grand Junction, CO (81624)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 81624.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 29 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,492
Population
16
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (16)
Ute Wcd
All resolvedClifton Wd
Grand Junction City Of
Collbran Town Of
Plateau Valley School Dist 50
1 health-basedVega Sp Early Settlers Cg
All resolvedVega State Park Oak Point
1 health-basedValley Ranch Supply
Ranch Domestic
Vega Lodge
All resolvedVega State Park Aspen Grove
Rainbow Rv And Trailer Park
Drive In The
Camp 7
Cottonwood Campground
Plateau Valley Assembly
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Grand Junction (81624) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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
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.