Health Violations Found CO 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Strasburg Water Supply District

EPA ID: CO0101145 · 2,050 people served · 1 ZIP code

Strasburg Water Supply District carries 4 open EPA violations that remain unresolved in the federal system — approximately 2,050 people fall within its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
2,050
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
27
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
11
Contaminants Flagged
$496K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2024) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Strasburg Water Supply District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$110,435
Median Household Income
5,965
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
18%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Strasburg Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $110,435 and an estimated 5,965 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Strasburg Water Supply District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Adams County, Colorado rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Strasburg Water Supply District compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Strasburg Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0101145) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 2,050 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80136 in Strasburg.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 4 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
November 1, 2025 Chlorine residual Health-based Unresolved
May 4, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 25, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 4, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 30, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 4, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
August 4, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 2, 2024 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
January 24, 2024 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Unresolved

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 9 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 1 Yes
Chlorine residual Disinfectant 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)

Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. Find the right filter →

Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))

Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
80136 0.001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Strasburg Water Supply District (CO0101145) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Strasburg Water Supply District water safe to drink?

Strasburg Water Supply District has recorded 4 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Strasburg Water Supply District serve?

Strasburg Water Supply District serves approximately 2,050 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does Strasburg Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
330
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,050
Reported to Colorado

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Strasburg Water Supply District safe to drink?
Strasburg Water Supply District has a C safety grade based on 27 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Strasburg Water Supply District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants 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 Strasburg Water Supply District serve?
Strasburg Water Supply District serves approximately 2,050 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Strasburg Water Supply District's water source?
Strasburg Water Supply District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Strasburg Water Supply District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Strasburg Water Supply District's service area?
The Strasburg Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $110,435. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Strasburg Water Supply District get its water?
Strasburg Water Supply District's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Strasburg Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0101145) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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