F10/100
BERTHOUD TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,211 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0135138
Violations
59
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 BERTHOUD TOWN OF
Is BERTHOUD TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BERTHOUD TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (10/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 59 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BERTHOUD TOWN OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BERTHOUD TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BERTHOUD TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BERTHOUD TOWN OF has 59 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does BERTHOUD TOWN OF serve?
BERTHOUD TOWN OF serves approximately 14,211 people, Colorado.
What type of water does BERTHOUD TOWN OF provide?
BERTHOUD TOWN OF sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CO0135138.
How does BERTHOUD TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
BERTHOUD TOWN OF scores 10/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.