Water System Report CO

North Lincoln Water Supply District

EPA ID: CO0116552 ยท 1,000 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for North Lincoln Water Supply District (CO0116552): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, North Lincoln Water Supply District has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,000 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,000
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$450K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$84,425
Median Household Income
40,938
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Lincoln Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $84,425 and an estimated 40,938 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% 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

North Lincoln 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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
3 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 95% 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. 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†’

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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 $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
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:

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 $3,000 (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

North Lincoln Water Supply District (EPA ID: CO0116552) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 1,000 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80221 in Denver.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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

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 North Lincoln Water Supply District (CO0116552) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Lincoln Water Supply District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for North Lincoln Water Supply District in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does North Lincoln Water Supply District serve?

North Lincoln Water Supply District serves approximately 1,000 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does North Lincoln Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
North Lincoln 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 North Lincoln Water Supply District serve?
North Lincoln Water Supply District serves approximately 1,000 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is North Lincoln Water Supply District's water source?
North Lincoln 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 North Lincoln Water Supply District's service area?
The North Lincoln Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $84,425. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Lincoln Water Supply District get its water?
North Lincoln 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). North Lincoln Water Supply District Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0116552/
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