Water System Report CO

Animas Wc

EPA ID: CO0134020 ยท 3,096 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Animas Wc (CO0134020): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Animas Wc, 3,096 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,096
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0088 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$585K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Animas Wc Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$88,887
Median Household Income
39,588
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Animas Wc serves a community with a median household income of $88,887 and an estimated 39,588 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

Animas Wc'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 52% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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2,990 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

Animas Wc (EPA ID: CO0134020) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 3,096 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0088 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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Animas Wc (CO0134020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Animas Wc water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Animas Wc in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Animas Wc serve?

Animas Wc serves approximately 3,096 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Animas Wc get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Animas Wc meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Animas Wc serve?
Animas Wc serves approximately 3,096 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Animas Wc's water source?
Animas Wc draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Animas Wc's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0088 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Animas Wc's service area?
The Animas Wc service area has a median household income of $88,887. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Animas Wc get its water?
Animas Wc'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Animas Wc Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0134020/
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