A92/100
WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,000 people · Colorado
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
CO0130842
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT
Is WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT serve?
WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 20,000 people, Colorado.
What type of water does WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT provide?
WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT 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 CO0130842.
How does WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Colorado?
WHEAT RIDGE WATER DISTRICT scores 92/100 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.