Historical Compliance Records CO 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Carbondale Town of

EPA ID: CO0123167 ยท 6,700 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Carbondale Town of (CO0123167): 2 past health-based violations, since resolved. Past issues aside, Carbondale Town of cleared all 8 violations and is compliant today, supplying 6,700 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 58
Avg Safety Score
6,700
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
4
Contaminants Flagged
$781K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$101,091
Median Household Income
32,617
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Carbondale Town of serves a community with a median household income of $101,091 and an estimated 32,617 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Carbondale Town of'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.

Elevated 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. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Carbondale Town of compares to EPA limits

Atrazine 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects

What This Means For You

Atrazine at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

E. coli at 3 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

Contaminant 2035 at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Fecal Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Atrazine was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

City of Dacono
6,900 people
D 4 violations
10 violations
C 2 violations
6 violations
C 10 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 $800
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,150

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 $2,150 (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

Carbondale Town of (EPA ID: CO0123167) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 6,700 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (58/100)

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 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
January 1, 2025 Atrazine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Atrazine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2022 E. coli Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 E. coli Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 3 Yes
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 2 No
Atrazine Organic 2 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0015 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 Carbondale Town of (CO0123167) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carbondale Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Carbondale Town of; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Carbondale Town of serve?

Carbondale Town of serves approximately 6,700 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Carbondale Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
261

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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Carbondale Town of safe to drink?
Carbondale Town of has a C safety grade based on 8 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Carbondale Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Atrazine, E. coli, Contaminant 2035, Fecal Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Carbondale Town of serve?
Carbondale Town of serves approximately 6,700 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Carbondale Town of's water source?
Carbondale Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Carbondale Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Carbondale Town of's service area?
The Carbondale Town of service area has a median household income of $101,091. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Carbondale Town of get its water?
Carbondale Town of'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Carbondale Town of (CO): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0123167/
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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

Carbondale Town of (EPA ID: CO0123167) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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