Monitoring Violations CO

Mid Valley Md

EPA ID: CO0119508 · 4,588 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Beyond the 5 historical violations on Mid Valley Md's EPA record, nothing remains open — the utility is currently compliant and supplies water to 4,588 residents.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
4,588
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$987K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 1 (2023). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mid Valley Md Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$101,135
Median Household Income
22,698
Service Area Population
5%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
25th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mid Valley Md serves a community with a median household income of $101,135 and an estimated 22,698 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Mid Valley 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
55th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
15th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Mid Valley Md compares to EPA limits

HAA6Br 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

HAA6Br at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

City of Monte Vista
4,600 people
C 32 violations
Keenesburg Town of
4,650 people
C 2 violations
Elizabeth Town of
4,523 people
C 3 violations
0 violations
Menoken Water District
4,500 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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 $1,750 (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

Mid Valley Md (EPA ID: CO0119508) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 4,588 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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

Violation History

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

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
March 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule 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
HAA6Br Disinfection Byproducts 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
81621 0.0011 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Mid Valley Md (CO0119508) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mid Valley Md water safe to drink?

Mid Valley Md has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Mid Valley Md serve?

Mid Valley Md serves approximately 4,588 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Mid Valley Md get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
174

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

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
1,542
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 4,588
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 Mid Valley Md safe to drink?
Mid Valley Md has a C safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Mid Valley Md's water?
Detected contaminants include HAA6Br, Lead and Copper Rule. 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 Mid Valley Md serve?
Mid Valley Md serves approximately 4,588 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Mid Valley Md's water source?
Mid Valley Md draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Mid Valley Md's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Mid Valley Md's service area?
The Mid Valley Md service area has a median household income of $101,135. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mid Valley Md get its water?
Mid Valley 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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 →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Mid Valley Md (EPA ID: CO0119508) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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