D39/100
MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,938 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0121450
Violations
42
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: May 1, 2024 – May 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF
Is MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF water safe to drink?
MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF serve?
MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF serves approximately 6,938 people, Colorado.
What type of water does MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF provide?
MANITOU SPRINGS CITY 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 CO0121450.
How does MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
MANITOU SPRINGS CITY OF scores 39/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.