Cheraw Town of
EPA ID: CO0145090 · 254 people served · 1 ZIP code
In the current EPA monitoring period, Cheraw Town of has 29 violations still listed as unresolved, with the utility supplying water to approximately 254 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 2 (2023) to 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Cheraw Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade F
Service Area Demographics
The Cheraw Town of serves a community with a median household income of $37,083 and an estimated 153 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 86% 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?
Cheraw 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.
About 1% of homes in Otero 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 Cheraw Town of compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 22 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Gross Alpha at 3 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Stage 2 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Cheraw Town of (EPA ID: CO0145090) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 254 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 81030 in Cheraw.
Average Home Safety Score: F (33/100)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 6, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 3, 2025 | Unknown | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Combined Radium | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Gross Beta | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Gross Beta | Health-based | Unresolved |
| May 7, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| May 2, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Chlorine residual | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Gross Beta | Health-based | Unresolved |
| February 6, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
| January 1, 2025 | Combined Radium | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2025 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Beta | Radionuclides | 35 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 22 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Gross Alpha | Radionuclides | 3 | Yes |
| Combined Radium | Radionuclides | 3 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | Yes |
| Chlorine residual | Disinfectant | 3 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | No |
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Lead | Inorganic | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)
Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.
Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81030 | 0.0017 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.
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
- 81030 — Cheraw
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cheraw Town of (CO0145090) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheraw Town of water safe to drink?
Cheraw Town of has recorded 36 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 Cheraw Town of serve?
Cheraw Town of serves approximately 254 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does Cheraw 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:
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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Cheraw Town of (EPA ID: CO0145090) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.