City of Victor
EPA ID: CO0160700 · 491 people served · 1 ZIP code
Looking at the EPA enforcement file for City of Victor, 1 violation are listed as unresolved — those findings cover the utility's service area of approximately 491 people and remain open in the federal compliance system, awaiting formal corrective action documentation.
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 (2022) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Victor Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The City of Victor serves a community with a median household income of $53,333 and an estimated 589 residents across its service area. Approximately 92% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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?
City of Victor'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.
About 1% of homes in Teller 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
Detected Contaminants
How City of Victor compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Dichloroacetic Acid at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
E. coli at 4 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.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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System Overview
City of Victor (EPA ID: CO0160700) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 491 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 80860 in Victor.
Average Home Safety Score: C (56/100)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2025 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 25, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Unresolved |
| April 30, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| April 1, 2023 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 25, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
| February 11, 2023 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 4 | Yes |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 4 | Yes |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 4 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 3 | No |
| Dichloroacetic Acid | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Contaminant 2040 | Other Violation | 1 | No |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Contaminant 0700 | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80860 | 0.0018 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
- 80860 — Victor
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Victor (CO0160700) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Victor water safe to drink?
City of Victor has recorded 5 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 City of Victor serve?
City of Victor serves approximately 491 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.
Where does City of Victor 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:
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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