F1/100
SILT TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,536 people · Colorado
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0123710
Violations
68
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – July 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Violation related to Turbidity
When: June 22, 2023 – August 29, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: 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 SILT TOWN OF
Is SILT TOWN OF water safe to drink?
SILT TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (1/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 68 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SILT TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SILT TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SILT TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, SILT TOWN OF has 68 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does SILT TOWN OF serve?
SILT TOWN OF serves approximately 3,536 people, Colorado.
What type of water does SILT TOWN OF provide?
SILT 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 CO0123710.
How does SILT TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Colorado?
SILT TOWN OF scores 1/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.