Baxter Water and Services
EPA ID: CO0151400 ยท 350 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Baxter Water and Services (CO0151400): 3 health-based violations recorded since 2021. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for Baxter Water and Services, 37 violations are listed in the dataset, and none is recorded as open for the 350 people in its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Baxter Water and Services Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Baxter Water and Services have a median household income of $58,001 and about 42,601 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 56% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
Baxter Water and Services's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Baxter Water and Services (EPA ID: CO0151400) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 350 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 37 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 8, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 5, 2025 | E. COLI | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 2, 2025 | LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| June 24, 2025 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 14, 2025 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 11, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| November 9, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 22, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 10, 2023 | E. COLI | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| August 11, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Chlorine | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| May 11, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 22, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | TTHM | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | Nitrate | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 17 | No |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 5 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 3 | No |
| E. COLI | Monitoring & Reporting | 2 | No |
| Chlorine | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| Chlorine residual | Disinfectant | 2 | Yes |
| Nitrate | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| TTHM | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Groundwater Rule | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
| Chlorine | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Baxter Water and Services (CO0151400) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baxter Water and Services water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Baxter Water and Services; its 37 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Baxter Water and Services serve?
Baxter Water and Services serves approximately 350 people across 2 ZIP codes in Colorado.
Where does Baxter Water and Services get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Baxter Water and Services (CO): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0151400/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
Baxter Water and Services (EPA ID: CO0151400) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.