C52/100
ERIE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,061 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0162255
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 275.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 ERIE TOWN OF
Is ERIE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
ERIE TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ERIE TOWN OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ERIE TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ERIE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, ERIE TOWN OF has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ERIE TOWN OF serve?
ERIE TOWN OF serves approximately 40,061 people, Colorado.
What type of water does ERIE TOWN OF provide?
ERIE 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 CO0162255.
How does ERIE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
ERIE TOWN OF scores 52/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.