A89/100
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 464,111 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0121150
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES
Is COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES water safe to drink?
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES detected?
76 contaminants were tested in COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES serve?
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES serves approximately 464,111 people, Colorado.
What type of water does COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES provide?
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES 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 CO0121150.
How does COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Colorado?
COLORADO SPRINGS UTILITIES scores 89/100 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.