Historical Compliance Records CO

Granby Town of South Service Area

EPA ID: CO0125710 ยท 2,300 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Granby Town of South Service Area (CO0125710): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Granby Town of South Service Area recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 2,300 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 66
Avg Safety Score
2,300
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$552K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Granby Town of South Service Area Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$89,469
Median Household Income
8,775
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
46%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Granby Town of South Service Area serves a community with a median household income of $89,469 and an estimated 8,775 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% 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

Granby Town of South Service Area'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
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. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Granby Town of South Service Area compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

0 violations
Cedaredge Town of
2,400 people
2 violations
Nederland Town of
2,406 people
C 1 violation
Fraser Town of
2,150 people
1 violation
City of Las Animas
2,139 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (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

Granby Town of South Service Area (EPA ID: CO0125710) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 2,300 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (66/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 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 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
March 1, 2026 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.002 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 Granby Town of South Service Area (CO0125710) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Granby Town of South Service Area water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Granby Town of South Service Area; 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 Granby Town of South Service Area serve?

Granby Town of South Service Area serves approximately 2,300 people across 4 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Granby Town of South Service Area get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Granby Town of South Service Area safe to drink?
Granby Town of South Service Area has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Granby Town of South Service Area's water?
Detected contaminants include Fecal Coliform. 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 Granby Town of South Service Area serve?
Granby Town of South Service Area serves approximately 2,300 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Granby Town of South Service Area's water source?
Granby Town of South Service Area draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Granby Town of South Service Area's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Granby Town of South Service Area's service area?
The Granby Town of South Service Area service area has a median household income of $89,469. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Granby Town of South Service Area get its water?
Granby Town of South Service Area'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Granby Town of South Service Area (CO): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0125710/
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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

Granby Town of South Service Area (EPA ID: CO0125710) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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