Water System Report CO

Aspen Springs Md

EPA ID: CO0104121 · 290 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Aspen Springs Md earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 290 people.

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

290
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2023) to 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aspen Springs Md Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$78,949
Median Household Income
12,923
Service Area Population
75%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aspen Springs Md serves a community with a median household income of $78,949 and an estimated 12,923 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 75% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Aspen Springs Md'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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.

System Overview

Aspen Springs Md (EPA ID: CO0104121) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 290 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 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.

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ZIP Codes Served

  • 81147 — Pagosa Springs
  • 81157 — Pagosa Springs

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Aspen Springs Md (CO0104121) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aspen Springs Md water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Aspen Springs Md has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Aspen Springs Md serve?

Aspen Springs Md serves approximately 290 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Aspen Springs Md get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aspen Springs Md meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aspen Springs Md serve?
Aspen Springs Md serves approximately 290 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Aspen Springs Md's water source?
Aspen Springs Md draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aspen Springs Md's service area?
The Aspen Springs Md service area has a median household income of $78,949. EPA EJScreen data classifies 75% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Aspen Springs Md get its water?
Aspen Springs Md'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.
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