Historical Compliance Records CO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Broomfield City and County of

EPA ID: CO0107155 ยท 106,153 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Broomfield City and County of (CO0107155): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Five years tracked: Broomfield City and County of had 2 violations, all cleared, 106,153 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

106,153
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0025 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$570K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Broomfield City and County of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$114,039
Median Household Income
182,297
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
32th
Poverty Percentile
8th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Broomfield City and County of serves a community with a median household income of $114,039 and an estimated 182,297 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Broomfield City and County of'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
56th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
56th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

26 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 38% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Broomfield City and County of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

E. coli at 1 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.

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†’

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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104,178 people
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C 0 violations
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110,298 people
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114,070 people
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Ute Wcd
92,580 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,440
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $180
PFAS Treatment $120
Total Estimated Cost $2,940

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 $2,940 (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

Broomfield City and County of (EPA ID: CO0107155) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 106,153 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
June 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 Yes
E. coli Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0025 mg/L No N/A

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

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 $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 Broomfield City and County of (CO0107155) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broomfield City and County of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Broomfield City and County of; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Broomfield City and County of serve?

Broomfield City and County of serves approximately 106,153 people across 5 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Broomfield City and County of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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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 Broomfield City and County of's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, E. coli. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Broomfield City and County of serve?
Broomfield City and County of serves approximately 106,153 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Broomfield City and County of's water source?
Broomfield City and County of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Broomfield City and County of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0025 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Broomfield City and County of's service area?
The Broomfield City and County of service area has a median household income of $114,039. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Broomfield City and County of get its water?
Broomfield City and County of'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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

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3

Contact your utility

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