Paradox Pipeline Company
EPA ID: CO0143600 · 200 people served · 2 ZIP codes
Per EPA records, Paradox Pipeline Company: 1 unresolved violation, 200 people in service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 2 (2021) to 2 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Paradox Pipeline Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade D
Service Area Demographics
The Paradox Pipeline Company serves a community with a median household income of $58,750 and an estimated 126 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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?
Paradox Pipeline Company'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.
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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Paradox Pipeline Company compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
E. coli at 16 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 11 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Revised Total Coliform Rule at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.
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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
PARADOX PIPELINE CO (EPA ID: CO0143600) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 200 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: D (45/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| March 7, 2025 | Total Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 2, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 2, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 2, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 2, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 2, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 2, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 6, 2023 | Contaminant 0700 | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| E. coli | Microbiological | 16 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 11 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 5 | Yes |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 2 | No |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Chlorine residual | Disinfectant | 1 | Yes |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))
Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.
Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL — Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81429 | 0.0009 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
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
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Paradox Pipeline Company (CO0143600) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paradox Pipeline Company water safe to drink?
Paradox Pipeline Company has recorded 14 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Paradox Pipeline Company serve?
Paradox Pipeline Company serves approximately 200 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.
Where does Paradox Pipeline Company 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:
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
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Paradox Pipeline Company (EPA ID: CO0143600) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.