A100/100
BEAR CREEK WSD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,000 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0130138
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BEAR CREEK WSD
Is BEAR CREEK WSD water safe to drink?
BEAR CREEK WSD water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BEAR CREEK WSD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BEAR CREEK WSD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEAR CREEK WSD have any EPA violations?
No, BEAR CREEK WSD has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does BEAR CREEK WSD serve?
BEAR CREEK WSD serves approximately 30,000 people, Colorado.
What type of water does BEAR CREEK WSD provide?
BEAR CREEK WSD sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CO0130138.
How does BEAR CREEK WSD compare to other utilities in Colorado?
BEAR CREEK WSD scores 100/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.