D38/100
CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,440 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0126188
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 15, 2024Enforcement: 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 CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF
Is CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 19 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF serve?
CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF serves approximately 2,440 people, Colorado.
What type of water does CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF provide?
CRESTED BUTTE 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 CO0126188.
How does CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
CRESTED BUTTE TOWN OF scores 38/100 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.