Water System Report CO

Pinewood Springs Water District

EPA ID: CO0135610 · 745 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Pinewood Springs Water District has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 745 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

745
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$670K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 21 (2024) to 24 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$89,659
Median Household Income
59,218
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
27th
Poverty Percentile
17th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pinewood Springs Water District serves a community with a median household income of $89,659 and an estimated 59,218 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
47th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
33th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% 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. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,267
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $400
PFAS Treatment $200
Total Estimated Cost $4,067

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 $4,067 (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

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 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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 Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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?

Based on EPA records, Pinewood Springs Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pinewood Springs Water District serve?

Pinewood Springs Water District serves approximately 745 people across 3 ZIP codes in Colorado.

Where does Pinewood Springs Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
298
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 745
Reported to Colorado

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Pinewood Springs 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 Pinewood Springs Water District serve?
Pinewood Springs Water District serves approximately 745 people with drinking water across 3 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.
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 $89,659. 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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