Water System Report CO

Sunset Water District

EPA ID: CO0135726 ยท 425 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sunset Water District (CO0135726): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Sunset Water District has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 425 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

425
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$541K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,679
Median Household Income
38,217
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sunset Water District serves a community with a median household income of $52,679 and an estimated 38,217 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

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

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0015 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

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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 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

Should I use a water filter?
Sunset 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 Sunset Water District serve?
Sunset Water District serves approximately 425 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sunset Water District's water source?
Sunset Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sunset Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sunset Water District's service area?
The Sunset Water District service area has a median household income of $52,679. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sunset Water District get its water?
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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sunset Water District Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0135726/
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