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Little Thompson Water District

EPA ID: CO0135477 ยท 25,654 people served ยท 11 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Little Thompson Water District (CO0135477): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Water monitoring for Little Thompson Water District: clean, five years, 25,654 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 42
Avg Safety Score
25,654
People Served
11
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$510K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Little Thompson Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$95,056
Median Household Income
318,242
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
34th
Poverty Percentile
19th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Little Thompson Water District serves a community with a median household income of $95,056 and an estimated 318,242 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Little Thompson Water District'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
55th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
24th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 8 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

City of Grand Junction
26,000 people
C 0 violations
City of Fountain
25,130 people
F 3 violations
Johnstown Town of
27,295 people
F 7 violations
9 violations
D 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,709
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $436
Water Filtration $27
Total Estimated Cost $3,373

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,373 (one-time) vs. $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

Little Thompson Water District (EPA ID: CO0135477) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 25,654 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 11 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (42/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 11 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 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

No reported lead measurement appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. Absence of a reported measurement is not a measured zero.

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Little Thompson Water District (CO0135477) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little Thompson Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Little Thompson Water District 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 Little Thompson Water District serve?

Little Thompson Water District serves approximately 25,654 people across 11 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Little Thompson Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
1
Latest sample
5/7/2024
Highest analyte
PFOA: 4.8 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 4.8 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Little Thompson Water District safe to drink?
Little Thompson Water District has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Little Thompson Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Little Thompson Water District serve?
Little Thompson Water District serves approximately 25,654 people with drinking water across 11 ZIP codes.
What is Little Thompson Water District's water source?
Little Thompson Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Little Thompson Water District's service area?
The Little Thompson Water District service area has a median household income of $95,056. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Little Thompson Water District get its water?
Little Thompson Water District'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.). Little Thompson Water District, CO: Serves 26K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0135477/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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

Little Thompson Water District (EPA ID: CO0135477) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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