Water System Report CO

Calhan Town of

EPA ID: CO0121075 · 780 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Calhan Town of has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 780 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
780
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$314K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Calhan Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$68,705
Median Household Income
8,081
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Calhan Town of serves a community with a median household income of $68,705 and an estimated 8,081 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Calhan Town of'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,850

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

Calhan Town of (EPA ID: CO0121075) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 780 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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.

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Calhan Town of (CO0121075) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calhan Town of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Calhan Town of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Calhan Town of serve?

Calhan Town of serves approximately 780 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Calhan Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
8
Galvanized — Replacement Required
105
Unknown Material
284
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 780
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 Calhan Town of safe to drink?
Calhan Town of has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Calhan Town of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Calhan Town of serve?
Calhan Town of serves approximately 780 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Calhan Town of's water source?
Calhan Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Calhan Town of's service area?
The Calhan Town of service area has a median household income of $68,705. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Calhan Town of get its water?
Calhan Town of'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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