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Greeley, CO · 141,203 people served · EPA data 2021–2026

Tap water quality in Greeley, Colorado

Greeley's water systems logged 3 health-based EPA violations in 2021–2026, most recently in 2022 — a modest record, with interim enhanced surface water treatment rule the issue found. For context, Colorado's systems average 2.2 health-based violations each.

C+Fair
Greeley water grade: C+
Fair — our A–F grade from this city's EPA compliance record, relative to Colorado and the nation. How we grade →
Health-based violations, 2021–20263
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule2
Groundwater Rule1
Greeley City Of132,310 served
Central Weld Cnty Wd7,662 served
Woodlands East350 served
Greeley Mobile Manor180 served
Colorado quality rank#13 / 51 (86.7/100)
Colorado avg hardness185 PPM (very hard)
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Greeley tap water FAQ

Is tap water safe to drink in Greeley?

Greeley's systems logged 3 health-based violations in 2021–2026, most commonly interim enhanced surface water treatment rule. A violation is a red flag for a period of time, not a permanent condition — your utility's current Consumer Confidence Report shows today's status, and a certified home test shows what's at your tap.

Who supplies Greeley's water?

Greeley City Of (serving about 132,310 people); Central Weld Cnty Wd (serving about 7,662 people); Woodlands East (serving about 350 people); Greeley Mobile Manor (serving about 180 people). Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, July 2026.

How hard is the water in Greeley?

City-level hardness isn't published in a single federal dataset, but Colorado averages 185 PPM — "very hard" on the USGS scale. Your utility's water quality report lists Greeley's exact hardness, or a $10 test strip tells you in a minute. If it comes back over 120 PPM, see our water softener guidance in the purification calculator.

Do I need a water filter in Greeley?

With 3 health-based violations on record in 2021–2026, a certified filter is reasonable insurance here: reverse osmosis ($150–$1,300 installed, Angi 2026) covers lead, nitrates and PFAS at the tap. Test first ($50–$200) so you buy for what's actually present.

Want to know what's actually in your Greeley water?

Averages describe states, not your faucet. A certified home water test screens for lead, nitrates, bacteria and dozens of other contaminants — the same categories EPA regulates.

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We may earn a commission if you request quotes through this link. It costs you nothing and never affects the data we publish.