Current Health-Based Noncompliance CO 26 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Pinewood Springs Water District

EPA ID: CO0135610 ยท 745 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pinewood Springs Water District (CO0135610): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Federal data shows 3 unresolved violations at Pinewood Springs Water District - roughly 745 residents in the service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

745
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
43
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
10
Contaminants Flagged
$729K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pinewood Springs Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$112,884
Median Household Income
14,713
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
25th
Poverty Percentile
15th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pinewood Springs Water District serves a community with a median household income of $112,884 and an estimated 14,713 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Pinewood Springs 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 58% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pinewood Springs Water District compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 11 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 11 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 0700 at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 5 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.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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Keystone Ranch
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,150
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $36,450

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$25,725
10 years
$51,450
20 years
$102,900

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,950 (one-time) vs. $51,450 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

Pinewood Springs Water District (EPA ID: CO0135610) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 745 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

3 current health-based noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 21 resolved, 19 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
January 21, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 21, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 21, 2026 Contaminant 0700 Health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2026 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
September 2, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
December 1, 2024 E. coli Health-based Resolved
October 4, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 11 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 9 Yes
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
E. coli Microbiological 5 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 3 No
Contaminant 2105 Other Violation 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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.

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 Pinewood Springs Water District (CO0135610) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinewood Springs Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current health-based noncompliance records for Pinewood Springs Water District. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Pinewood Springs Water District serve?

Pinewood Springs Water District serves approximately 745 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Pinewood Springs Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pinewood Springs Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Contaminant 0700, Lead and Copper 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 Pinewood Springs Water District serve?
Pinewood Springs Water District serves approximately 745 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Pinewood Springs Water District's water source?
Pinewood Springs Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pinewood Springs Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pinewood Springs Water District's service area?
The Pinewood Springs Water District service area has a median household income of $112,884. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pinewood Springs Water District get its water?
Pinewood Springs 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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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

Pinewood Springs Water District (EPA ID: CO0135610) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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