248× EWG Guideline
High risk: Haloacetic acids (HAA5)
cancer
- Detected
- 24.8 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.1 ppb
- EPA Limit
- 60 ppb
248× EWG Guideline
Eagle County · Colorado
Eagle Homes Deserve Better Water
We know the water challenges mountain homes face — scale in the pipes, dry skin after a shower, spots on every glass. Sundance Water Company offers complimentary testing, honest recommendations, and Kinetico systems built around how your family actually lives.
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At a Glance
Eagle Water at a Glance
- Water Utility
- Town of Eagle
- Typical Hardness
- Moderately hard to hard
- Contaminants Detected
- 16
- Exceeding EWG Guidelines
- 10
- Last Updated
- 2023
Local Water Quality
Contaminant Dashboard
The following contaminants were detected in utility testing data compiled by the Environmental Working Group. Each card shows detected levels alongside EWG health guidelines and EPA legal limits where applicable.
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202× EWG Guideline
High risk: Total trihalomethanes (TTHMs)
cancer
- Detected
- 30.3 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.15 ppb
- EPA Limit
- 80 ppb
202× EWG Guideline
129× EWG Guideline
High risk: Trichloroacetic acid
cancer
- Detected
- 12.9 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.1 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
129× EWG Guideline
109× EWG Guideline
High risk: Bromodichloromethane
cancer
- Detected
- 6.53 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.06 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
109× EWG Guideline
58× EWG Guideline
High risk: Dichloroacetic acid
cancer
- Detected
- 11.7 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.2 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
58× EWG Guideline
56× EWG Guideline
High risk: Chloroform
cancer
- Detected
- 22.4 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.4 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
56× EWG Guideline
14× EWG Guideline
High risk: Dibromochloromethane
cancer
- Detected
- 1.42 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.1 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
14× EWG Guideline
3.9× EWG Guideline
Moderate risk: Uranium
cancer
- Detected
- 1.67 pCi/L
- EWG Guideline
- 0.43 pCi/L
- EPA Limit
- 20 pCi/L
3.9× EWG Guideline
3.2× EWG Guideline
Moderate risk: Radium, combined (-226 and -228)
cancer
- Detected
- 0.16 pCi/L
- EWG Guideline
- 0.05 pCi/L
- EPA Limit
- 5 pCi/L
3.2× EWG Guideline
1.7× EWG Guideline
Moderate risk: Dibromoacetic acid
- Detected
- 0.0500 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 0.03 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
1.7× EWG Guideline
Within EWG Guideline
Low risk: Nitrate and nitrite
- Detected
- 0.0880 ppm
- EWG Guideline
- 0.14 ppm
- EPA Limit
- 10 ppm
Within EWG Guideline
Within EWG Guideline
Low risk: Nitrate
- Detected
- 0.0598 ppm
- EWG Guideline
- 0.14 ppm
- EPA Limit
- 10 ppm
Within EWG Guideline
Within EWG Guideline
Low risk: Barium
- Detected
- 42.9 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 700 ppb
- EPA Limit
- 2,000 ppb
Within EWG Guideline
Detected
Low risk: Fluoride
- Detected
- 0.480 ppm
- EWG Guideline
- —
- EPA Limit
- 4 ppm
Within EWG Guideline
Low risk: Monochloroacetic acid
- Detected
- 0.233 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 53 ppb
- EPA Limit
- None
Within EWG Guideline
Within EWG Guideline
Low risk: Selenium
- Detected
- 0.207 ppb
- EWG Guideline
- 30 ppb
- EPA Limit
- 50 ppb
Within EWG Guideline
Data source: Environmental Working Group Tap Water Database
Context
What Does This Mean?
EWG health guidelines are often more conservative than EPA legal limits. They reflect levels many scientists and public health agencies consider protective over a lifetime of exposure — not the minimum required for federal compliance.
Municipal water utilities can fully comply with federal regulations while still containing trace levels of contaminants above EWG's recommended thresholds. That does not necessarily mean your tap water is unsafe — it means there are different standards for legal compliance versus long-term health research.
Detected contaminants in a utility report do not automatically mean water is unsafe to drink. Utility testing is a community-level snapshot of treated water leaving the plant, measured against two different kinds of benchmarks.
In-home testing can still be useful because water changes after it leaves the plant. Neighborhood, private wells, plumbing materials, and building age all affect what actually arrives at your tap — something a system-wide report cannot show.
Water quality varies from home to home. Municipal reports reflect utility testing — not what arrives at your kitchen sink after traveling through private plumbing, or whether your home is on a well versus city water. Neighborhood, building age, and pipe materials all matter.
Hard Water in Eagle
Common Homeowner Concerns
A lot of Eagle homeowners notice these signs before they ever think about treating their water.
Mineral-rich source water that leaves scale on fixtures and shower glass in Eagle
Dry skin and hair after showering — especially during winter months
Spots on glassware and dishware that will not rinse away
Appliances and water heaters working harder because of scale buildup
Local Context
About Eagle's Water
Eagle sits in Colorado's mountain country, where mineral-rich source water is common. Hardness, scale, and taste issues show up in showers, kitchens, and appliances — often before homeowners realize water is the cause.
Utility
Town of Eagle
Municipal & private well
Water Source
The Town of Eagle operates its own municipal water system, drawing on regional sources and distributing treated water to homes and businesses within town limits.
Water Hardness
Moderately hard to hard
Hardness and mineral content in this area often show up as scale, spotting, and extra wear on water-using appliances — measured most accurately at the tap.
Municipal Notes
Municipal utilities publish annual water quality reports for treated supply leaving the plant. Private wells are not covered by those reports — water chemistry can differ significantly from a neighbor on city water.
Common Characteristics
- · Mineral-rich source water is common in and around Eagle, which often contributes to water hardness
- · Calcium and magnesium minerals can leave scale on fixtures, shower glass, and appliances over time
- · Hardness levels can vary by neighborhood, water source, and whether your home is on municipal supply or a private well
- · Taste, odor, and skin comfort are everyday signs that your specific water may differ from a neighbor's
Typical Issues
- · White scale on fixtures and shower glass
- · Spotting on dishes and glassware
- · Dry skin and hair after showering
- · Extra wear on water-using appliances
Side by Side
Untreated vs. Treated Water in Eagle
The difference shows up in everyday moments around your Eagle home — not just on a spec sheet.
Untreated Water
What many Eagle homes have now
- Dry skin and dull hair after showering
- Spots on dishes and cloudy glassware
- Scale buildup on fixtures and appliances
- Off taste from the tap
Recommended
With Kinetico
What homeowners notice after treatment
- Softer feel in the shower
- Clear glassware and spot-free dishes
- Longer appliance life
- Water you actually want to drink
| Area | Untreated | With Kinetico |
|---|---|---|
| Showers | Dry, tight skin | Softer feel |
| Dishes | Spots & film | Clear & clean |
| Appliances | Scale buildup | Longer life |
| Drinking water | Off taste | Purer taste |
| Laundry | Stiff & faded | Softer fabrics |
What Changes
How Better Water Feels Day to Day
Water You Enjoy Every Day
Better taste for drinking, cooking, and ice — right at home in Eagle.
Softer Water Throughout
Showers, laundry, and fixtures that feel noticeably gentler on skin and finishes.
Regional Service & Support
Complimentary in-home analysis, honest recommendations, and service from a regional team across nine Colorado counties.
Eagle Questions
Common Questions
Where is Sundance Water Company located?
We are based in Minturn, Colorado — a regional water treatment company serving communities across Colorado's Western Slope in nine counties.
How long have you served this region?
Since 1996. We are an authorized Kinetico dealer committed to Colorado's mountain communities for the long term — not a national chain passing through.
Do you offer financing?
Ask us during your complimentary water analysis. We can walk you through options available for your home if treatment makes sense.
Test Your Actual Water
Utility reports are system-wide. Water at your Eagle home can vary by neighborhood, plumbing, wells, and building age. A complimentary in-home analysis shows what is arriving at your tap — no cost, no obligation.
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