CITY REPORT CO 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Fort Collins, CO: 2 Health Violations - Home Safety 58/100

9 ZIP codes · 12 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Fort Collins: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Based on current EPA data, Fort Collins, CO reflects fair but uneven tap water safety.

How Fort Collins Compares

Fort Collins58/100
Colorado avg59/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

9
ZIP Codes
12
Water Systems
5
ZIPs with Violations
C · 58
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
Radon Risk (High)
$541K
Median Home Value
$2,122
Est. Remediation (0.4% of home value)

Water Quality Map: Fort Collins, CO

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Score Distribution

Distribution of Home Safety grades across Fort Collins.

A
0
B
0
C
4
D
1
F
0

Fort Collins Water: The Quick Version

  • Your city's water systems recorded 66 violations in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0096 mg/L.
  • Estimated remediation: $2,122 per household.
  • CDC health risk index: 9.89.

Water Systems Serving Fort Collins

3 independent water providers serve Fort Collins, CO - 12 systems appear in federal records.

Overview

We track home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Fort Collins, Colorado (population ~201,525), covering 12 community water systems serving approximately 589,758 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 5 of 9 ZIP codes.

5 of 5 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Fort Collins: C (58/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Fort Collins water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0096 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 5 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)

  • Zone 1 (High): 9 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
E. coli Microbiological 26 5
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 24 5
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 24 5
Contaminant 1008 Other 22 5
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 17 3

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
80524 D 65 2 East Larimer County Water District
80525 C 23 0 City of Ft Collins
80526 C 23 0 City of Ft Collins
80521 C 22 0 City of Ft Collins
80528 C 16 0 Ft Collins Loveland Water District

All ZIP Codes in Fort Collins

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

CDC Health Data for Fort Collins

11.2%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
7.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.2% ↑
Diabetes 7.3% ↓
Mental Health 16.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Key Contaminants Detected in Fort Collins

E. coli 26 violations
Microbiological
Gastrointestinal illness, potentially fatal
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 24 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 24 violations
Disinfection Byproducts · EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L
Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Fort Collins: Remediation Cost in Perspective

Across Fort Collins, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small - a favorable ratio for most property owners.

Median Home Value
$541,300
Est. Remediation
$2,122
Remediation as % of home value 0.4%

Remediation costs in Fort Collins are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,411–$2,867 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 20% above the Colorado average.

Protecting Children from Lead in Fort Collins

0.0096
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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 Fort Collins 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.

Historical Flood-Claim Evidence for Fort Collins

108
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$23,869
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
17%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Fort Collins contains 108 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $23,869. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 17% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The <strong>$2,122</strong> remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

What You Can Do in Fort Collins

  1. 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.
  2. Install a certified water filter. Filters rated for E. coli can reduce the most common contaminant found in Fort Collins's water.
  3. 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 Fort Collins, CO

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Fort Collins, CO?
Fort Collins has an average Home Safety Score of 58/100 (Grade C) under model 4.0.0. The score combines EPA SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AQI, and is published only when all required domains are observed. 66 EPA violations have been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many water violations does Fort Collins have?
Fort Collins water systems have a total of 66 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations. Violations are tracked across 9 ZIP codes.
Does Fort Collins water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Fort Collins is 0.0096 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Fort Collins compare to Colorado average?
Fort Collins has an average Home Safety Score of 58/100, which is below the Colorado state average of 59/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Fort Collins?
Fort Collins is served by 12 public water systems across 9 ZIP codes, serving approximately 201,525 people.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Fort Collins?
Estimated remediation costs in Fort Collins average $2,122 per household, ranging from $1,411 to $2,867. Costs include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, and flood protection.
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