Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1
EPA ID: CO0120244 · 530 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 (CO0120244): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA data: Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 - zero violations, five years, 530 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 serves a community with a median household income of $137,886 and an estimated 56,912 residents across its service area.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Colorado
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 (EPA ID: CO0120244) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 530 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0005 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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 Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 (CO0120244) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 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 Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 serve?
Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 serves approximately 530 people across 3 ZIP codes in Colorado.
Where does Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Elkhorn Ranch Md No 1 Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0120244/
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