F0/100
DEL NORTE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,429 people · Colorado
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CO0153200
Violations
95
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: September 19, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – October 2, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – October 2, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: March 21, 2024 – May 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Other Violation
When: November 20, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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 DEL NORTE TOWN OF
Is DEL NORTE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
DEL NORTE TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 95 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DEL NORTE TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in DEL NORTE 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 DEL NORTE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEL NORTE TOWN OF has 95 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does DEL NORTE TOWN OF serve?
DEL NORTE TOWN OF serves approximately 1,429 people, Colorado.
What type of water does DEL NORTE TOWN OF provide?
DEL NORTE TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CO0153200.
How does DEL NORTE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
DEL NORTE TOWN OF scores 0/100 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.