Health Violations Found CO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Vona Town of

EPA ID: CO0132025 · 160 people served · 2 ZIP codes

The EPA enforcement database lists 6 active violations for Vona Town of — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 160 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

D · 51
Avg Safety Score
160
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
6
Contaminants Flagged
$204K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$70,660
Median Household Income
520
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
65th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
78%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Vona Town of serves a community with a median household income of $70,660 and an estimated 520 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Vona 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Yuma 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

67 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 99% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Vona Town of compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,350

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 $1,350 (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

VONA TOWN OF (EPA ID: CO0132025) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 160 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (51/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 4, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 6, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 8, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting 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
80861 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 Vona Town of (CO0132025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vona Town of water safe to drink?

Vona Town of has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Vona Town of serve?

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

Where does Vona Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Vona Town of safe to drink?
Vona Town of has a D safety grade based on 12 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Vona Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Lead and Copper Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Vona Town of serve?
Vona Town of serves approximately 160 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Vona Town of's water source?
Vona Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Vona 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 Vona Town of's service area?
The Vona Town of service area has a median household income of $70,660. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Vona Town of get its water?
Vona 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Vona Town of (EPA ID: CO0132025) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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