Carter Lake Filter Plant
EPA ID: CO0135476 · 11 people served · 1 ZIP code
Across every monitored period in the past five years, Carter Lake Filter Plant reported no EPA violations for its service population of 11.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Carter Lake Filter Plant serves a community with a median household income of $117,024 and an estimated 16,997 residents across its service area.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Carter Lake Filter Plant'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.
About 1% of homes in Larimer 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Colorado
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Carter Lake Filter Plant (EPA ID: CO0135476) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 11 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 80513 in Berthoud.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 80513 — Berthoud
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Carter Lake Filter Plant (CO0135476) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carter Lake Filter Plant water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Carter Lake Filter Plant has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Carter Lake Filter Plant serve?
Carter Lake Filter Plant serves approximately 11 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does Carter Lake Filter Plant get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.