June 14, 2026

Vona, CO Water Quality Report 2026

By PureWaterGuys

EPA compliance testing (2012–2019) detected 11 regulated contaminants in this water system: Nitrate + nitrite, Radium (combined), Nitrate + 8 more.

Unlock the full breakdown — detected levels vs. legal limits, plus what removes each one.

Full contaminant breakdown

EPA Six-Year Review compliance monitoring, 2012–2019 — the most recent national compliance dataset EPA has published. See the sections above for more recent violation and PFAS records.

ContaminantAvg. detectedHighest sampleFederal limitAvg. vs. limit
Nitrate + nitrite 6600 ppb 6600 ppb 10000 ppb 66%
Radium (combined)EPA health goal: zero 3.2 pCi/L 3.2 pCi/L 5 pCi/L 64%
Nitrate 6370 ppb 6700 ppb 10000 ppb 64%
UraniumEPA health goal: zero 9.05 ppb 9.2 ppb 30 ppb 30%
ArsenicEPA health goal: zero 2.9 ppb 3.1 ppb 10 ppb 29%
Barium 375 ppb 420 ppb 2000 ppb 19%
Selenium 6.25 ppb 7.4 ppb 50 ppb 12%
Haloacetic acids (HAA5) 6.5 ppb 10.5 ppb 60 ppb 11%
Fluoride 335 ppb 340 ppb 4000 ppb 8%
Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs) 4.69 ppb 15.4 ppb 80 ppb 6%
Cadmium 0.11 ppb 0.11 ppb 5 ppb 2%

Also tested, no detections: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethylene, 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,2-Dichloropropane, 2,4,5-TP (Silvex), 2,4-D, Alachlor, Antimony, Atrazine, Benzene, Benzo(a)pyrene, Beryllium, Carbofuran, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlordane, Chlorobenzene, Chromium (total), DBCP, DEHA (adipate), DEHP (phthalate), Dalapon, Dichloromethane, Dinoseb, Diquat, Endothall, Endrin, Ethylbenzene, Ethylene dibromide (EDB), Gross alpha radioactivity, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Hexachlorobenzene, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene, Lindane, Mercury (inorganic), Methoxychlor, Nitrite, Oxamyl, PCBs, Pentachlorophenol, Picloram, Simazine, Styrene, Tetrachloroethylene (PCE), Thallium, Toluene, Toxaphene, Trichloroethylene (TCE), Vinyl chloride, Xylenes (total), cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene, o-Dichlorobenzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene.

Reverse osmosis (drinking water)

The treatment category most often matched to dissolved contaminants like lead, arsenic, nitrate, fluoride, and radiological contaminants detected in this system.

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Whole-house carbon filtration

The treatment category most often matched to disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, haloacetic acids), chlorine taste and odor, and organic compounds detected in this system.

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Source: U.S. EPA Six-Year Review 4 compliance monitoring data (2012–2019), the most recent nationwide compliance dataset EPA has released, reported at the water-system level. A detection is not a violation. “Avg. vs. limit” compares the average of laboratory detections to the federal MCL or action level; individual faucets can differ — household plumbing affects lead and copper, and a state-certified laboratory test of your own tap is the only way to confirm levels in your home. Treatment categories are general matches, not a certification claim for a specific product and contaminant.

Water Utility: Vona Town Of
Population Served: 160 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Vona, Colorado drinking water is supplied by Vona Town Of. All US public water systems must test drinking water and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections recorded in federal databases to help you make informed decisions about home water filtration.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Coliform (Tcr) 2015 Whole House Filters
Lead And Copper Rule Revisions 2024 Whole House Filters

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Vona Water?

Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants present below legal limits but above health guidelines. The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels based on what is feasible and affordable to treat at scale -- not necessarily what carries zero health risk. Many independent health organizations recommend filtration for households with children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals regardless of utility compliance status.

Protect Your Vona Home Water

PureWaterGuys.com carries filtration systems designed to protect every tap from lead and copper. We ship to all Colorado addresses with free expert guidance on the right system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vona tap water safe to drink?

Vona Town Of is required to meet EPA federal drinking water standards. However, meeting legal standards is not the same as being contaminant-free. Trace levels of disinfection byproducts, PFAS compounds, and other regulated contaminants are common in US municipal water systems.

Does Vona water have PFAS?

PFAS monitoring data for this utility may not yet be published in EPA databases. We recommend a reverse osmosis system for maximum protection regardless of local results.

What water filter works best for Vona?

A whole-house carbon block filter removes chlorine, chloramines, and many VOCs. For PFAS, arsenic, and nitrates, a reverse osmosis under-sink system provides the highest reduction rates. Take our free 2-minute quiz to find the right system for your home and budget.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5 federal databases. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility. Contact your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for complete local data.

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