A85/100
ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,040 people · Colorado
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CO0120245
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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: October 1, 2022 – November 16, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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: July 1, 2022 – September 15, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 6, 2021Enforcement: 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 ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD
Is ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD water safe to drink?
ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MON, MR, Other.
How many people does ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD serve?
ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD serves approximately 1,040 people, Colorado.
What type of water does ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD provide?
ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CO0120245.
How does ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD compare to other utilities in Colorado?
ELBERT COUNTY HWY 86 WD scores 85/100 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.