A96/100
FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,678 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0101055
Violations
1
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF
Is FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF water safe to drink?
FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF water receives a grade of A (96/100), 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 FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF serve?
FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF serves approximately 11,678 people, Colorado.
What type of water does FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF provide?
FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY 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 CO0101055.
How does FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
FEDERAL HEIGHTS CITY OF scores 96/100 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.