A96/100
MONTROSE CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,305 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
CO0143518
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: August 9, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 MONTROSE CITY OF
Is MONTROSE CITY OF water safe to drink?
MONTROSE 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 MONTROSE CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MONTROSE CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTROSE CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTROSE CITY OF has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other.
How many people does MONTROSE CITY OF serve?
MONTROSE CITY OF serves approximately 19,305 people, Colorado.
What type of water does MONTROSE CITY OF provide?
MONTROSE 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 CO0143518.
How does MONTROSE CITY OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
MONTROSE 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.