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US AIR FORCE ACADEMY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 16,876 people · Colorado

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0121845
Violations
25

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

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: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring / Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2022 – January 10, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 US AIR FORCE ACADEMY

Is US AIR FORCE ACADEMY water safe to drink?

US AIR FORCE ACADEMY water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. 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 US AIR FORCE ACADEMY detected?

69 contaminants were tested in US AIR FORCE ACADEMY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does US AIR FORCE ACADEMY have any EPA violations?

Yes, US AIR FORCE ACADEMY has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does US AIR FORCE ACADEMY serve?

US AIR FORCE ACADEMY serves approximately 16,876 people, Colorado.

What type of water does US AIR FORCE ACADEMY provide?

US AIR FORCE ACADEMY 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 CO0121845.

How does US AIR FORCE ACADEMY compare to other utilities in Colorado?

US AIR FORCE ACADEMY scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Colorado state page for a full comparison of water systems.