Colorado Springs, Colorado Water Quality Report
Water quality data for 44 water systems serving 567,606 people.
Water Source
Detected Contaminants
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit (MCL) | Health Guideline | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 78.6 | No federal limit | 10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL) | 786% | Above guideline |
| PFBA | 0.042 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFBS | 0.017 | No federal limit | 2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFHpA | 0.004 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFHxA | 0.141 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFHxS | 0.028 | 0.010 ug/L | 0.001 ug/L(EWG) | 284% | Above limit |
| PFOA | 0.011 | 0.004 ug/L | 0.090 ug/L(EWG) | 263% | Above limit |
| PFOS | 0.016 | 0.004 ug/L | 0.300 ug/L(EWG) | 395% | Above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.109 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFPeS | 0.005 | No federal limit | — | — | No federal limit |
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Compliance & Violations
Active Violations (56)
75
Oct 21, 2025
75
Oct 21, 2025
75
Oct 19, 2025
52
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
52
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
75
Sep 20, 2025
75
Sep 4, 2025
76
Aug 29, 2025
75
Aug 15, 2025
75
Aug 5, 2025
75
Jul 21, 2025
75
Jul 21, 2025
75
Jul 9, 2025
75
Jul 5, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
51
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
51
Jul 1, 2025
51
Jul 1, 2025
71
Jul 1, 2025
51
Jul 1, 2025
51
Jul 1, 2025
34
Jun 8, 2025
34
Jun 8, 2025
75
Jun 6, 2025
76
May 29, 2025
75
May 5, 2025
75
Apr 21, 2025
75
Apr 21, 2025
5A
Apr 11, 2025
35
Apr 11, 2025
35
Apr 11, 2025
5A
Apr 11, 2025
35
Apr 11, 2025
5A
Apr 11, 2025
5A
Apr 11, 2025
5A
Apr 11, 2025
75
Apr 9, 2025
12
Mar 8, 2025
12
Mar 8, 2025
12
Mar 8, 2025
75
Mar 8, 2025
76
Mar 1, 2025
76
Feb 9, 2025
75
Jan 9, 2025
75
Dec 8, 2024
76
Nov 29, 2024
76
Nov 4, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
2E
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
4G
Oct 17, 2024
75
Oct 9, 2024
Resolved Violations (444)
52
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
66
Oct 1, 2025
+ 439 more resolved violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colorado Springs tap water safe to drink?
Colorado Springs's water has 3 contaminants detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.
What contaminants are in Colorado Springs tap water?
10 contaminants have been detected in Colorado Springs's water supply across 44 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.
How can I improve my water quality in Colorado Springs?
Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Colorado Springs's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.
Does Colorado Springs have any water quality violations?
Yes, Colorado Springs currently has 222 active violations. See the violations section above for details.