Sunset Water District
EPA ID: CO0135726 · 425 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Sunset Water District (CO0135726): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Across the monitored periods in available EPA data, Sunset Water District has no violations listed for its service population of 425.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Sunset Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Sunset Water District have a median household income of $52,679 and about 38,217 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Sunset 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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
Sunset Water District (EPA ID: CO0135726) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 425 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 80521 in Fort Collins.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0015 mg/L | No | 2025-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 80521 - Fort Collins
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Sunset Water District (CO0135726) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Sunset 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 Sunset Water District serve?
Sunset Water District serves approximately 425 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does Sunset Water District get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sunset Water District Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0135726/
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