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Allenspark Water Supply District

EPA ID: CO0107115 · 340 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the five-year tracking period, Allenspark Water Supply District filed 14 violations — each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 340 residents.

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

D · 51
Avg Safety Score
340
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.01 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
6
Contaminants Flagged
$772K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$122,143
Median Household Income
705
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Allenspark Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $122,143 and an estimated 705 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% 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

Allenspark 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
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Boulder 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 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

86 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Allenspark Water Supply District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 4 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Fecal Coliform at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) 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
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Allenspark Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0107115) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 340 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80510 in Allenspark.

Average Home Safety Score: D (51/100)

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

Violation History

14 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Monitoring 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 4 No
E. coli Microbiological 4 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
80510 0.01 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.

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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 Allenspark Water Supply District (CO0107115) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allenspark Water Supply District water safe to drink?

Allenspark Water Supply District has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Allenspark Water Supply District serve?

Allenspark Water Supply District serves approximately 340 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does Allenspark Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
122
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 340
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 Allenspark Water Supply District safe to drink?
Allenspark Water Supply District has a D safety grade based on 14 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Allenspark Water Supply District's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, E. coli, Fecal Coliform, 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 Allenspark Water Supply District serve?
Allenspark Water Supply District serves approximately 340 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Allenspark Water Supply District's water source?
Allenspark Water Supply District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Allenspark Water Supply District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Allenspark Water Supply District's service area?
The Allenspark Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $122,143. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Allenspark Water Supply District get its water?
Allenspark 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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