River Meadows the
EPA ID: CO0143505 · 490 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for River Meadows the (CO0143505): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. River Meadows the carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 490 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for River Meadows the Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The River Meadows the serves a community with a median household income of $73,636 and an estimated 11,955 residents across its service area.
Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
River Meadows the'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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
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
River Meadows the (EPA ID: CO0143505) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 490 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 81403 in Montrose.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0012 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.
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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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.
- 81403 - Montrose
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for River Meadows the (CO0143505) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Meadows the water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for River Meadows the 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 River Meadows the serve?
River Meadows the serves approximately 490 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does River Meadows the get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). River Meadows the Water Quality Report, CO. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0143505/
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