Historical Compliance Records CO

City of Salida

EPA ID: CO0108700 ยท 5,666 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Salida (CO0108700): 11 EPA violations in the last five years. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for City of Salida, 11 violations appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open - the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 5,666 people in its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 63
Avg Safety Score
5,666
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
11
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
9
Contaminants Flagged
$555K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Salida Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$82,370
Median Household Income
10,451
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
40%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Salida serves a community with a median household income of $82,370 and an estimated 10,451 residents across its service area. Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Salida'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

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

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

Detected Contaminants

How City of Salida compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
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

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) 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.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2031 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Contaminant 2931 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

1 violation
Triview Md
5,737 people
0 violations
Monument Town of
5,740 people
7 violations
City of Lakewood
6,000 people
0 violations
City of Edgewater
5,300 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $300
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 $1,000

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 $3,000 (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

City of Salida (EPA ID: CO0108700) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 5,666 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (63/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 11 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 11 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
May 20, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2946 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-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 3 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 1 No
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Contaminant 2931 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2946 Other Violation 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
E. coli Microbiological 1 No
Fecal Coliform 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 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

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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 City of Salida (CO0108700) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Salida water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Salida; its 11 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Salida serve?

City of Salida serves approximately 5,666 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does City of Salida 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
232

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Salida safe to drink?
City of Salida has a C safety grade based on 11 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Salida's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Contaminant 2031. 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 City of Salida serve?
City of Salida serves approximately 5,666 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Salida's water source?
City of Salida draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Salida's service area?
The City of Salida service area has a median household income of $82,370. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Salida get its water?
City of Salida'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Salida (CO): 11 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0108700/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Salida (EPA ID: CO0108700) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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