Water System Report CO

East Dillon Water District

EPA ID: CO0159045 · 2,501 people served · 1 ZIP code

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, East Dillon Water District stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,501 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

2,501
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$882K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for East Dillon Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$86,023
Median Household Income
8,447
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The East Dillon Water District serves a community with a median household income of $86,023 and an estimated 8,447 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

East Dillon Water District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Summit 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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 7 detections recorded. 3 exceed 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

Paonia Town of
2,499 people
C 39 violations
Rangely Town of
2,495 people
C 2 violations
Rangeview Md
2,487 people
0 violations
Meeker Town of
2,473 people
C 20 violations
City of Holyoke
2,540 people
C 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

East Dillon Water District (EPA ID: CO0159045) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 2,501 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80435 in Dillon.

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

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 the full compliance record for East Dillon Water District (CO0159045) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Dillon Water District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, East Dillon Water District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does East Dillon Water District serve?

East Dillon Water District serves approximately 2,501 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does East Dillon Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
1,503
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: 2,501
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
East Dillon Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does East Dillon Water District serve?
East Dillon Water District serves approximately 2,501 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is East Dillon Water District's water source?
East Dillon Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of East Dillon Water District's service area?
The East Dillon Water District service area has a median household income of $86,023. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does East Dillon Water District get its water?
East Dillon Water District'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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