Monitoring Violations CO

Iliff Town of

EPA ID: CO0138015 · 328 people served · 1 ZIP code

Past issues aside, Iliff Town of cleared all 3 violations and is compliant today, supplying 328 residents.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
328
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$187K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Iliff Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$75,978
Median Household Income
561
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Iliff Town of serves a community with a median household income of $75,978 and an estimated 561 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Iliff Town of's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
80th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Logan County, Colorado rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Iliff Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Iliff Town of (EPA ID: CO0138015) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 328 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80736 in Iliff.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

3 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 29, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
80736 0.0013 mg/L No N/A

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Iliff Town of (CO0138015) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iliff Town of water safe to drink?

Iliff Town of has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Iliff Town of serve?

Iliff Town of serves approximately 328 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does Iliff Town of get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
161
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 328
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

Is water from Iliff Town of safe to drink?
Iliff Town of has a C safety grade based on 3 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Iliff Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Iliff Town of serve?
Iliff Town of serves approximately 328 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Iliff Town of's water source?
Iliff Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Iliff Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Iliff Town of's service area?
The Iliff Town of service area has a median household income of $75,978. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Iliff Town of get its water?
Iliff Town of's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Iliff Town of (EPA ID: CO0138015) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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