Historical Compliance Records CO

Fraser Town of

EPA ID: CO0125288 ยท 2,150 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fraser Town of (CO0125288): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, Fraser Town of encountered 1 violation, each subsequently remedied and closed - today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 2,150 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,150
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0068 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$580K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,821
Median Household Income
3,828
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fraser Town of serves a community with a median household income of $72,821 and an estimated 3,828 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Fraser 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

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

Detected Contaminants

How Fraser Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

City of Las Animas
2,139 people
1 violation
Grand Lake Town of
2,035 people
0 violations
La Salle Town of
2,010 people
17 violations
C 1 violation
0 violations

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 $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Fraser Town of (EPA ID: CO0125288) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 2,150 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0068 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 $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 Fraser Town of (CO0125288) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fraser Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Fraser Town of; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Fraser Town of serve?

Fraser Town of serves approximately 2,150 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Fraser Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Fraser Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Fraser Town of serve?
Fraser Town of serves approximately 2,150 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Fraser Town of's water source?
Fraser Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fraser Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0068 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fraser Town of's service area?
The Fraser Town of service area has a median household income of $72,821. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fraser Town of get its water?
Fraser 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fraser Town of (CO): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0125288/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Fraser Town of (EPA ID: CO0125288) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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