The State of Colorado requires Crystal Lakes Water & Sewer Association to do periodic water testing to ensure that our water meets drinking water requirements. Should a test come back at “action levels,” requiring us to take action to meet drinking water requirements, we need to be able to communicate that to our property owners. This webpage has been set-up to help ensure that these communications take place. We also send out emails to the entire community as well as to those directly affected. All communications can be found in the Water System Public Information Book that is available in our office at 241 Blackfoot Road, Red Feather Lakes, CO 80545.
May 2023: Corrosion control treatment was installed and went into operation on May 3, 2023. Since installation the Association performs pH and alkalinity testing every two weeks in order to dial in the system. Lead and Copper testing performed in August 2023, February 2024, and August 2024 indicate that treatment is working to reduce lead to below action level numbers, and copper is reduced but still needs more adjustment.
What are PFAS and what is CLWSA doing about them? Per-and Polyfluoroalkl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that are resistant to heat, water, and oil. They are also known as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment.
Where are PFAS found?
- Cleaning Products
- Water-resistant fabrics
- Grease-resistant paper
- Nonstick cookware
- Personal care products
- Stain-resistant coatings
- Fire-fighting foams
The EPA recently creating their PFAS Rules and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is guiding CLWSA through the process. We must complete initial monitoring (testing) before April 26, 2027 and be in full compliance with the EPA rule by April 26, 2029. CLWSA is considered in compliance if treatment has been installed for any detected action level amounts of PFAS found during initial monitoring.
Please contact the Crystal Lakes Water and Sewer Association office should you have any questions.
Monitoring Schedules, Test Results, and any outstanding actions: