How can I find out about the quality of my drinking water?

If you are on a community water system, your municipality or water district should be able to answer any questions. Community water supply systems perform regular tests and will provide reports on request.

If you have a private well system you can contact your local county environmental health department. For a minimal fee they can run tests on water quality.

Private testing laboratories are also available and listed in the telephone book under laboratories.

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's laboratory phone number is (303) 692-3500. The Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hot Line is 1-800-426-4791.

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