Historical Compliance Records CO

Berthoud Town of

EPA ID: CO0135138 ยท 14,211 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Berthoud Town of (CO0135138): 3 EPA violations in the last five years. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Berthoud Town of, 3 violations appear in the five-year dataset, but none remain open - the utility has addressed each finding and is in current compliance, with no pending enforcement affecting the 14,211 people in its service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 45
Avg Safety Score
14,211
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.01 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$509K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$100,385
Median Household Income
61,502
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
38%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Berthoud Town of serves a community with a median household income of $100,385 and an estimated 61,502 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Berthoud Town of'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Berthoud Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

E. coli at 2 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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13,888 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,150
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,950

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,950 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Berthoud Town of (EPA ID: CO0135138) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 14,211 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (45/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 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 3 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 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
May 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2021 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 2 No
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
0.01 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

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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 Berthoud Town of (CO0135138) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berthoud Town of water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Berthoud Town of; its 3 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Berthoud Town of serve?

Berthoud Town of serves approximately 14,211 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Berthoud Town of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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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

Is water from Berthoud Town of safe to drink?
Berthoud Town of has a D safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Berthoud Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include E. coli, Fecal Coliform. 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 Berthoud Town of serve?
Berthoud Town of serves approximately 14,211 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Berthoud Town of's water source?
Berthoud Town of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Berthoud Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.01 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Berthoud Town of's service area?
The Berthoud Town of service area has a median household income of $100,385. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Berthoud Town of get its water?
Berthoud Town of'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.). Berthoud Town of (CO): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0135138/
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What You Can Do

1

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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

Berthoud Town of (EPA ID: CO0135138) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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