ZIP Code 81067 Water Quality & Testing Report
Rocky Ford, CO · Otero County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 81067 (Rocky Ford, CO)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 81067 (Rocky Ford, CO) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of D (45/100) due to 22 health violation(s) and 2.0 ppb lead. While treated by City of Rocky Ford, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Poor — Multiple violations recorded
Health Violations
22
Total Violations
51
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
4
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 23 unresolved violations. Contact City of Rocky Ford for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 81067
Tap water in ZIP code 81067 (Rocky Ford, CO) is distributed by City of Rocky Ford (EPA ID: CO0145600), serving approximately 4,443 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of D with a composite quality score of 45/100.
Water System
City of Rocky Ford
EPA ID: CO0145600
Water Source
Ground Water
Population Served
4,443 residents
County
Otero County County, Colorado
Lead Levels in ZIP 81067
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 2.0 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 81067 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 64% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 81067 is Very Hard (240 mg/L / 14 GPG). High concentrations of dissolved limestone minerals cause severe mineral buildup, stiff laundry, dry skin, and premature water heater wear.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: City of Rocky Ford · PWSID: CO0145600
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Rocky Ford has recorded 22 health-based violations out of 51 total violations over the past 5 years. 23 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 4 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Gross Beta, Gross Alpha, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Chlorine residual.
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Ground Water
This system draws water from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through soil and rock, but can still contain naturally occurring minerals like arsenic, radium, or nitrates.
Highest potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 1 — highest potential for radon in indoor air. Homeowners should test their home for radon and consider mitigation if levels exceed 4 pCi/L.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 81067
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 81067 served by City of Rocky Ford can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 81067 Recommendations
Serious water quality concerns — action recommended
- 🚨 Install a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 (reverse osmosis) filter immediately for drinking and cooking
- 🚨 Do not give unfiltered water to children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- 🚨 Contact City of Rocky Ford to request the current violation status and corrective action plan
- 🚨 Report concerns to your state environmental agency or call the EPA hotline: 1-800-426-4791
- 🚨 Consider having your home's tap water independently tested by a certified lab
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Certified to remove lead. Recommended for immediate protection.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Reverse Osmosis system certified to remove PFAS, heavy metals, and viruses.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 81067 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 81067 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by City of Rocky Ford. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →