Historical Compliance Records CO

Meridian Service Md

EPA ID: CO0121455 ยท 12,760 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meridian Service Md (CO0121455): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. The five-year EPA compliance file for Meridian Service Md contains 3 violations, each documented and subsequently closed - the utility now operates in full compliance and continues to supply approximately 12,760 residents with water meeting current federal standards, including both health-based and monitoring requirements.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 50
Avg Safety Score
12,760
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$581K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Meridian Service Md Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$140,727
Median Household Income
37,737
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
19%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meridian Service Md serves a community with a median household income of $140,727 and an estimated 37,737 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Meridian Service 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.

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

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

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Meridian Service Md compares to EPA limits

Nickel 1 mg/L (secondary standard: 2.0 mg/L) (25% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 4 mg/L (secondary standard: 2.0 mg/L)
Tooth & bone damage at high levels

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Nickel was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Castle Pines North Md
12,800 people
D 6 violations
Pinery Wwd
12,901 people
2 violations
City of Ft Lupton
12,099 people
D 40 violations
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Meridian Service Md (EPA ID: CO0121455) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 12,760 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (50/100)

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 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
July 10, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 9, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Nickel Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Nickel Inorganic 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 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

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 Meridian Service Md (CO0121455) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meridian Service Md water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Meridian Service Md; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Meridian Service Md serve?

Meridian Service Md serves approximately 12,760 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Meridian Service 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
58

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 Meridian Service Md safe to drink?
Meridian Service Md has a D safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Meridian Service Md's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Nickel. 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 Meridian Service Md serve?
Meridian Service Md serves approximately 12,760 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Meridian Service Md's water source?
Meridian Service Md draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Meridian Service Md's service area?
The Meridian Service Md service area has a median household income of $140,727. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meridian Service Md get its water?
Meridian Service 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Meridian Service Md (CO): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0121455/
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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Meridian Service Md (EPA ID: CO0121455) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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