Water System Report CO

Ken Caryl Water Supply District

EPA ID: CO0103075 · 12,000 people served · 16 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Ken Caryl Water Supply District shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 12,000 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

12,000
People Served
16
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$648K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 6 (2021) to 3 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$136,601
Median Household Income
318,691
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
24th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
41%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ken Caryl Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $136,601 and an estimated 318,691 residents across its service area. Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Ken Caryl 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
64th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Arapahoe 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 64th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 21 detections recorded.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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12,099 people
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11,733 people
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Wellington Town of
11,500 people
C 14 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 $900
PFAS Treatment $156
Total Estimated Cost $2,256

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,256 (one-time) vs. $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

Ken Caryl Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0103075) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 12,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 16 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 14 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ken Caryl Water Supply District (CO0103075) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ken Caryl Water Supply District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Ken Caryl Water Supply District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Ken Caryl Water Supply District serve?

Ken Caryl Water Supply District serves approximately 12,000 people across 16 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Ken Caryl Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Ken Caryl Water Supply District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Ken Caryl Water Supply District serve?
Ken Caryl Water Supply District serves approximately 12,000 people with drinking water across 16 ZIP codes.
What is Ken Caryl Water Supply District's water source?
Ken Caryl 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 Ken Caryl Water Supply District's service area?
The Ken Caryl Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $136,601. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ken Caryl Water Supply District get its water?
Ken Caryl 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.
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