Water System Report CO

Wigwam Mutual Wc

EPA ID: CO0121470 · 1,300 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Wigwam Mutual Wc reported no EPA violations for its service population of 1,300.

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

1,300
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$377K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2025) to 1 (2026). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wigwam Mutual Wc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$85,121
Median Household Income
31,101
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wigwam Mutual Wc serves a community with a median household income of $85,121 and an estimated 31,101 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Wigwam Mutual Wc'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
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. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% 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. 3 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $3,300

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 $3,300 (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

Wigwam Mutual Wc (EPA ID: CO0121470) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 1,300 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80817 in Fountain.

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.

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

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Wigwam Mutual Wc (CO0121470) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wigwam Mutual Wc water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Wigwam Mutual Wc serve?

Wigwam Mutual Wc serves approximately 1,300 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does Wigwam Mutual Wc get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
425
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: 1,300
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

Should I use a water filter?
Wigwam Mutual Wc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Wigwam Mutual Wc serve?
Wigwam Mutual Wc serves approximately 1,300 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Wigwam Mutual Wc's water source?
Wigwam Mutual Wc draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wigwam Mutual Wc's service area?
The Wigwam Mutual Wc service area has a median household income of $85,121. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Wigwam Mutual Wc get its water?
Wigwam Mutual Wc'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.
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