Historical Compliance Records CO

North Washington Street Water Supply District

EPA ID: CO0101105 ยท 14,500 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for North Washington Street Water Supply District (CO0101105): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Even though North Washington Street Water Supply District accumulated 1 violation over five years, all have been formally resolved - the provider currently meets EPA standards for 14,500 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

14,500
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$388K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Washington Street Water Supply District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$85,160
Median Household Income
73,884
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Washington Street Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $85,160 and an estimated 73,884 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

North Washington Street Water Supply District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
75th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How North Washington Street Water Supply District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

Berthoud Town of
14,211 people
D 3 violations
City of Sterling
15,100 people
10 violations
Woodmen Hills Md
13,888 people
1 violation
C 0 violations
Gypsum Town of
15,272 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

North Washington Street Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0101105) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 14,500 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 10, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by CO or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Washington Street Water Supply District (CO0101105) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Washington Street Water Supply District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for North Washington Street Water Supply District; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does North Washington Street Water Supply District serve?

North Washington Street Water Supply District serves approximately 14,500 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does North Washington Street Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in North Washington Street Water Supply District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does North Washington Street Water Supply District serve?
North Washington Street Water Supply District serves approximately 14,500 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is North Washington Street Water Supply District's water source?
North Washington Street Water Supply District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of North Washington Street Water Supply District's service area?
The North Washington Street Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $85,160. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Washington Street Water Supply District get its water?
North Washington Street Water Supply District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

North Washington Street Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0101105) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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