Water System Report CO

Valley Water District

EPA ID: CO0130800 · 10,000 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Valley Water District stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 10,000 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

10,000
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$554K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 8 (2022) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Valley Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,773
Median Household Income
47,816
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
10th
Energy Burden Percentile
69%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Valley Water District serves a community with a median household income of $88,773 and an estimated 47,816 residents across its service area. Approximately 69% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Valley Water District'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Jefferson County, Colorado rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

0 violations
C 50 violations
Morrison Town of
9,887 people
C 10 violations
D 32 violations
C 11 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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.

System Overview

Valley Water District (EPA ID: CO0130800) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 10,000 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Valley Water District (CO0130800) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valley Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Valley Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Valley Water District serve?

Valley Water District serves approximately 10,000 people across 3 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Valley Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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

Should I use a water filter?
Valley Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Valley Water District serve?
Valley Water District serves approximately 10,000 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Valley Water District's water source?
Valley Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Valley Water District's service area?
The Valley Water District service area has a median household income of $88,773. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Valley Water District get its water?
Valley Water District'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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