Is Monte Vista, CO Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Monte Vista, CO tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Monte Vista Get Its Water?
Water in Monte Vista, CO is provided by 1 public water system: MONTE VISTA CITY OF.
How Is Monte Vista Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes groundwater disinfection.
What's in Monte Vista Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Monte Vista public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Monte Vista
Current EPA monitoring data for Monte Vista shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Monte Vista Tap Water
Is Monte Vista tap water safe to drink?
Monte Vista tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Monte Vista tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Monte Vista water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Monte Vista get its drinking water?
Monte Vista receives water from one public water system, including MONTE VISTA CITY OF.
Do I need a water filter in Monte Vista?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Monte Vista. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Monte Vista tap water tested?
Public water systems in Monte Vista are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2023-09-19.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Monte Vista
- 81144 - Monte Vista tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Monte Vista, CO
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- MONTE VISTA CITY OFSome concern
Also covers / overlaps with
- Monte Vista CCD, CO · Township
- Mosca-Hooper CCD, CO · Township
- Sargent CCD, CO · Township