Mustang Water Authority
EPA ID: CO0143525 · 0 people served · 1 ZIP code
Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Mustang Water Authority sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 0 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Mustang Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $34,821 and an estimated 1,166 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
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?
Mustang Water Authority'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.
About 0% of homes in Montrose 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. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.
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
Mustang Water Authority (EPA ID: CO0143525) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 0 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 81424 in Nucla.
Violation History
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 FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 81424 — Nucla
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mustang Water Authority (CO0143525) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mustang Water Authority water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Mustang Water Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Mustang Water Authority serve?
Mustang Water Authority serves approximately 0 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does Mustang Water Authority get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.