Monitoring Violations CO

Flagler Town of

EPA ID: CO0132010 · 2,160 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history for Flagler Town of includes 2 violations, each addressed and closed — the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 2,160 residents.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
2,160
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$200K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$34,422
Median Household Income
983
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Flagler Town of serves a community with a median household income of $34,422 and an estimated 983 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Flagler 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

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

Detected Contaminants

How Flagler 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.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

Fraser Town of
2,150 people
0 violations
City of Las Animas
2,139 people
D 1 violation
Kersey Water District
2,101 people
D 0 violations
C 27 violations
Hotchkiss Town of
2,050 people
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $1,200 (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

FLAGLER TOWN OF (EPA ID: CO0132010) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 2,160 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring 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 and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
80815 0.003 mg/L No N/A

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.

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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 Flagler Town of (CO0132010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flagler Town of water safe to drink?

Flagler Town of has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Flagler Town of serve?

Flagler Town of serves approximately 2,160 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Flagler Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
345
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,160
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

Is water from Flagler Town of safe to drink?
Flagler Town of has a D safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Flagler Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Flagler Town of serve?
Flagler Town of serves approximately 2,160 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Flagler Town of's water source?
Flagler Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Flagler Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Flagler Town of's service area?
The Flagler Town of service area has a median household income of $34,422. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Flagler Town of get its water?
Flagler 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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Flagler Town of (EPA ID: CO0132010) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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