D26/100
BUENA VISTA TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,776 people · Colorado
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0108300
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 BUENA VISTA TOWN OF
Is BUENA VISTA TOWN OF water safe to drink?
BUENA VISTA TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (26/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BUENA VISTA TOWN OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in BUENA VISTA TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUENA VISTA TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUENA VISTA TOWN OF has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, TT. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUENA VISTA TOWN OF serve?
BUENA VISTA TOWN OF serves approximately 3,776 people, Colorado.
What type of water does BUENA VISTA TOWN OF provide?
BUENA VISTA TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CO0108300.
How does BUENA VISTA TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
BUENA VISTA TOWN OF scores 26/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.