Colorado Springs, CO: 165 Violations — 61/100 (2026)
55 ZIP codes · 14 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Across Colorado Springs, EPA compliance data for CO sits at a moderate level — not alarming, but not uniformly clean across all service areas either.
How Colorado Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water Quality Map: Colorado Springs, CO
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Colorado Springs.
Colorado Springs Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 165 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0057 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,067 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.62.
Water Systems Serving Colorado Springs
Throughout Colorado Springs, CO, water comes from one of 3 primary utilities out of 14 total systems — independent providers with different rate structures, infrastructure, and compliance records that vary across the service territory.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 55 ZIP codes in Colorado Springs, Colorado, covering 14 community water systems serving approximately 613,448 people.
55 of 55 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Colorado Springs: C (61/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Colorado Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0057 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 55 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 112 | 55 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 56 | 55 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 80901 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80902 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80903 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80904 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80905 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80906 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80907 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80908 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80909 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
| 80910 | C | 3 | 0 | Colorado Springs Utilities |
All ZIP Codes in Colorado Springs
- 80901 [C] — 3 violations
- 80902 [C] — 3 violations
- 80903 [C] — 3 violations
- 80904 [C] — 3 violations
- 80905 [C] — 3 violations
- 80906 [C] — 3 violations
- 80907 [C] — 3 violations
- 80908 [C] — 3 violations
- 80909 [C] — 3 violations
- 80910 [C] — 3 violations
- 80911 [C] — 3 violations
- 80912 [C] — 3 violations
- 80913 [C] — 3 violations
- 80914 [C] — 3 violations
- 80915 [C] — 3 violations
- 80916 [C] — 3 violations
- 80917 [C] — 3 violations
- 80918 [C] — 3 violations
- 80919 [C] — 3 violations
- 80920 [C] — 3 violations
- 80921 [C] — 3 violations
- 80922 [C] — 3 violations
- 80923 [C] — 3 violations
- 80924 [C] — 3 violations
- 80925 [C] — 3 violations
- 80926 [C] — 3 violations
- 80927 [C] — 3 violations
- 80928 [C] — 3 violations
- 80929 [C] — 3 violations
- 80930 [C] — 3 violations
- 80931 [C] — 3 violations
- 80932 [C] — 3 violations
- 80933 [C] — 3 violations
- 80934 [C] — 3 violations
- 80935 [C] — 3 violations
- 80936 [C] — 3 violations
- 80937 [C] — 3 violations
- 80938 [C] — 3 violations
- 80939 [C] — 3 violations
- 80941 [C] — 3 violations
- 80942 [C] — 3 violations
- 80943 [C] — 3 violations
- 80944 [C] — 3 violations
- 80945 [C] — 3 violations
- 80946 [C] — 3 violations
- 80947 [C] — 3 violations
- 80949 [C] — 3 violations
- 80950 [C] — 3 violations
- 80951 [C] — 3 violations
- 80960 [C] — 3 violations
- 80962 [C] — 3 violations
- 80970 [C] — 3 violations
- 80977 [C] — 3 violations
- 80995 [C] — 3 violations
- 80997 [C] — 3 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Colorado Springs
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Colorado Springs
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Colorado Springs: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Colorado Springs, the equity impact of remediation is proportionally small — not the kind of financial commitment that rises to the level of a genuine planning constraint, but a minor share of what most properties here are worth.
Remediation costs in Colorado Springs are relatively low compared to home values. The $449–$1,773 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 8% below the Colorado average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Colorado Springs
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Colorado Springs appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Colorado Springs
Flood claims in Colorado Springs number 634 under the NFIP, and 44% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA-designated zones — together reflecting a community where flooding is a recurring, significant feature of the local risk environment with direct implications for periodic water supply safety.
Colorado Springs has a significant flood history with 634 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $2,806 per claim. With 44% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,067</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Colorado Springs
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Colorado Springs's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Colorado Springs, CO