Historical Compliance Records CO 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Woodland Park

EPA ID: CO0160900 ยท 8,500 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Woodland Park (CO0160900): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Dating back across the full five-year EPA tracking window, City of Woodland Park encountered 25 violations, each subsequently remedied and closed - today the utility meets all federal drinking water requirements for the 8,500 residents in its service area and holds no open enforcement actions.

Data: EPA SDWIS

8,500
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0062 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
24
Contaminants Flagged
$503K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Woodland Park Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$100,011
Median Household Income
12,823
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Woodland Park serves a community with a median household income of $100,011 and an estimated 12,823 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Woodland Park'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Woodland Park compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Colorado

Silverthorne Town of
8,400 people
3 violations
City of La Junta
8,320 people
0 violations
City of Delta
8,700 people
2 violations
City of Cortez
8,770 people
C 0 violations
City of Craig
8,930 people
39 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

City of Woodland Park (EPA ID: CO0160900) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 8,500 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80863 in Woodland Park.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 25 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 25 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
August 1, 2025 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
December 8, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0062 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.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 City of Woodland Park (CO0160900) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Woodland Park water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Woodland Park; its 25 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Woodland Park serve?

City of Woodland Park serves approximately 8,500 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does City of Woodland Park get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
62

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Woodland Park's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Woodland Park serve?
City of Woodland Park serves approximately 8,500 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Woodland Park's water source?
City of Woodland Park draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Woodland Park's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0062 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Woodland Park's service area?
The City of Woodland Park service area has a median household income of $100,011. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Woodland Park get its water?
City of Woodland Park'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Woodland Park (CO): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0160900/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Woodland Park (EPA ID: CO0160900) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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