A81/100
EATON TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,328 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0162233
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 3, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Other Violation
When: December 15, 2023 – May 3, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – September 8, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: March 1, 2022 – July 7, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – August 17, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – September 8, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: May 23, 2021 – August 25, 2021Rule: Ground Water 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 EATON TOWN OF
Is EATON TOWN OF water safe to drink?
EATON TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EATON TOWN OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EATON TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EATON TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, EATON TOWN OF has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does EATON TOWN OF serve?
EATON TOWN OF serves approximately 7,328 people, Colorado.
What type of water does EATON TOWN OF provide?
EATON TOWN OF sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is CO0162233.
How does EATON TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
EATON TOWN OF scores 81/100 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.