Edwards, CO: 4 Health Violations — 78/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Edwards's tap water quality puts it in CO's upper tier — health-based violations are rare and the compliance record is consistently above average.
How Edwards Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Edwards Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.001 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 15% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 9.86.
Water Systems Serving Edwards
Residential addresses in Edwards, CO are served by 3 primary water providers out of 6 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Edwards, Colorado (population ~10,527), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 53,474 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Edwards: B (78/100)
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
Edwards water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 8 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81632 | B | 6 | 4 | EAGLE RIVER WSD |
All ZIP Codes in Edwards
- 81632 [B] — 6 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 Edwards
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 Edwards
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Edwards's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
For most of Edwards's housing stock, construction occurred after 1986 — when lead solder in plumbing was federally prohibited. The median build year of 1993 broadly reflects that newer profile.
Most homes in Edwards were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Edwards: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Low proportionality — that's the Edwards picture when remediation costs are placed against typical home equity.
Remediation costs in Edwards are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$2,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 62% above the Colorado average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Edwards
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.
Where pre-rule stock represents a smaller fraction of the inventory — 15% across Edwards — the structural drivers of household exposure run thinner. Aggregate readings under the federal benchmark reinforce that picture, with one-home draws remaining the only direct measurement for a specific address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Edwards, CO