Water Quality Report

Nucla, CO (81424): 10 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data for Norwood Water Commission

High County Radon Potential

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 81424 in Nucla, CO contain 10 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Concerns 10 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.002 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 10 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.002 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
10 violations
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
1
Water System
1,700
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 1
County Radon Potential · High
$173K
Median Home Value60% below state median ($430K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
88/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
0/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
0/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (5) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 81424 in Nucla, Colorado is mapped to the water system Norwood Water Commission (EPA ID: CO0157500). This system provides water to approximately 1,700 people from surface water sources.

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Norwood Water Commission (CO0157500) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Nucla

Based on local data for ZIP 81424, these services may benefit homeowners in your area.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 81424 was built around 1977. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Nucla is 1977; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1977 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 81424 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 10 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 81424 (primary system: Norwood Water Commission), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 81424's water come from?

The recorded water source for Norwood Water Commission, a system mapped to ZIP code 81424, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 1,700 people.

How can I get my water tested in Nucla?

If Norwood Water Commission supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 81424 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 81424 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.002 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 81424?

81424 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Montrose County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Nucla, CO (81424): 10 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/81424/
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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 81424

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81422 Naturita, CO 3.6 mi N/A 0
81431 Redvale, CO 10.3 mi N/A 10
81423 Norwood, CO 18.0 mi N/A 10
81411 Bedrock, CO 23.5 mi N/A 0
81429 Paradox, CO 24.0 mi N/A 0
81325 Egnar, CO 31.0 mi N/A 10
81430 Placerville, CO 32.0 mi N/A 0
81403 Montrose, CO 33.7 mi N/A 2
81522 Gateway, CO 36.5 mi N/A 0
81425 Olathe, CO 37.7 mi N/A 0

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