C49/100
LOCHBUIE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,830 people · Colorado
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
CO0162486
Violations
39
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.41 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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: January 1, 2022 – June 7, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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: July 1, 2021 – August 18, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – July 31, 2021Rule: 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 LOCHBUIE TOWN OF
Is LOCHBUIE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
LOCHBUIE TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 39 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LOCHBUIE TOWN OF detected?
32 contaminants were tested in LOCHBUIE TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LOCHBUIE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOCHBUIE TOWN OF has 39 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOCHBUIE TOWN OF serve?
LOCHBUIE TOWN OF serves approximately 6,830 people, Colorado.
What type of water does LOCHBUIE TOWN OF provide?
LOCHBUIE TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is CO0162486.
How does LOCHBUIE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
LOCHBUIE TOWN OF scores 49/100 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.