Wheat Ridge Tap Water Quality: Is It Safe to Drink? (2026 Report)

Wheat Ridge, Colorado tap water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) and 1 exceed health guidelines (MCLGs). While the water meets federal standards, some residents may still choose to use a filter for additional peace of mind.

Of the 1 contaminants tested in Wheat Ridge's water supply, the most notable include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs), which are non-enforceable targets set at levels with no known health risk.

Yes, Wheat Ridge has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MCL. 17 of these are health-based violations, which are the most serious category.

Wheat Ridge water meets EPA standards, so a filter is not strictly necessary. However, some residents prefer the added security of a water filter. EPA health goals (MCLGs) are stricter than legal limits and are set at levels with zero expected health risk. 1 contaminant(s) exceed these stricter goals.

Wheat Ridge's drinking water is sourced from purchased surface water and supplied by HILLCREST VILLAGE MHP and 6 other water system(s). The system serves approximately 36,283 people. Surface water sources include rivers, lakes, and reservoirs.

Under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), water utilities are required to regularly test for over 90 contaminants. Testing frequency varies by contaminant — some are tested monthly, others quarterly or annually. Wheat Ridge's water systems must report results to the EPA and publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). The data on this page reflects the latest available EPA testing data.

Wheat Ridge's water quality score of 82/100 earns a grade of A, which is considered excellent. This places Wheat Ridge among the better-performing water systems in Colorado. Visit our Colorado state page to see how all cities in the state compare.

If you have concerns about Wheat Ridge's tap water, consider these steps: (1) Request your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for detailed local data. (2) Get your water independently tested through a state-certified laboratory. (3) Consider an NSF-certified water filter rated for the contaminants found in your area. (4) Contact your water utility (HILLCREST VILLAGE MHP) with specific questions. (5) Report water quality issues to your state drinking water program or the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 800-426-4791.