Water System Report CO

Last Dollar Pud

EPA ID: CO0157300 · 96 people served · 1 ZIP code

EPA data: Last Dollar Pud — zero violations, five years, 96 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

96
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$706K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2023) to 6 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Demographics

$81,777
Median Household Income
5,626
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Last Dollar Pud serves a community with a median household income of $81,777 and an estimated 5,626 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Last Dollar Pud'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in San Miguel County, Colorado rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

0 violations
Arapahoe Wc
99 people
C 4 violations
Milner Park
100 people
0 violations
Moraine Park Ws
100 people
0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,600

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,600 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Last Dollar Pud (EPA ID: CO0157300) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 96 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 81435 in Telluride.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

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 Filter

Free 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 Last Dollar Pud (CO0157300) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Last Dollar Pud water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Last Dollar Pud has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Last Dollar Pud serve?

Last Dollar Pud serves approximately 96 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does Last Dollar Pud 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:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
25
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 96
Reported to Colorado

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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Last Dollar Pud meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Last Dollar Pud serve?
Last Dollar Pud serves approximately 96 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Last Dollar Pud's water source?
Last Dollar Pud draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Last Dollar Pud's service area?
The Last Dollar Pud service area has a median household income of $81,777. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Last Dollar Pud get its water?
Last Dollar Pud'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
Home Water Systems Colorado Last Dollar Pud

Get safety alerts for Last Dollar Pud, Colorado

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool — no phone call required.