Historical Compliance Records CO 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Ft Lupton

EPA ID: CO0162291 ยท 12,099 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Ft Lupton (CO0162291): 4 past health-based violations, since resolved. City of Ft Lupton's record shows 40 remedied violations - all cleared, currently compliant, 12,099 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 42
Avg Safety Score
12,099
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
40
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
27
Contaminants Flagged
$426K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Ft Lupton Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$80,746
Median Household Income
14,542
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Ft Lupton serves a community with a median household income of $80,746 and an estimated 14,542 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Ft Lupton'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
14 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 80% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Ft Lupton 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

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0 violations
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City of Ft Morgan
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Severance Town of
11,733 people
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Wellington Town of
11,720 people
C 16 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $4,300

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 $4,300 (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 Ft Lupton (EPA ID: CO0162291) is a community water system in Colorado that serves approximately 12,099 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 80621 in Fort Lupton.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (42/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 40 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 40 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
February 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
September 1, 2023 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2023 E. coli Health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
August 12, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Fecal Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2022 E. coli Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform 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

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
E. coli Microbiological 7 Yes
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 5 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
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

Health Risk Details

E. coli (EPA limit: Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action))

Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children At-risk groups: children under 5, elderly, immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women.

Removal methods: UV disinfection (99.99%), chlorination, reverse osmosis. 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
0.004 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

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Ft Lupton (CO0162291) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Ft Lupton water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Ft Lupton; its 40 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 Ft Lupton serve?

City of Ft Lupton serves approximately 12,099 people across 1 ZIP code in Colorado.

Where does City of Ft Lupton 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
116

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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Ft Lupton safe to drink?
City of Ft Lupton has a D safety grade based on 40 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Ft Lupton'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 Ft Lupton serve?
City of Ft Lupton serves approximately 12,099 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Ft Lupton's water source?
City of Ft Lupton draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Ft Lupton's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Ft Lupton's service area?
The City of Ft Lupton service area has a median household income of $80,746. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Ft Lupton get its water?
City of Ft Lupton'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 Ft Lupton (CO): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/co0162291/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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City of Ft Lupton (EPA ID: CO0162291) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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