The Eagle River Water and Sanitation District (EAGLE RIVER WSD) public water system serving Eagle County reports no detections of PFAS compounds above government reporting levels from recent EPA monitoring. This includes measurements of common PFAS such as PFOA and PFOS with all 28 samples showing levels below detection limits.
PFAS vs Other Common Water Concerns
PFAS, sometimes called “forever chemicals,” differ sharply from contaminants like hardness minerals or chlorine. They are synthetic compounds historically used in industrial and consumer products, resistant to breakdown and capable of accumulating over time. Unlike rust or sediment, PFAS do not typically affect taste or appearance directly but are measured precisely at trace levels. This makes PFAS detection a specialized process separate from routine water quality checks.
How the Pentair PFAS Forever Chemicals Filter Addresses PFAS
This filter uses advanced media specifically designed to reduce PFAS compounds in water by capturing them at the molecular level. It works downstream of your water supply source and plumbing, treating water right before it reaches taps to help decrease PFAS exposure at home. The system ships ready to configure for household use without needing professional services.
The Impact of Plumbing Material and Age
Materials and condition of household plumbing do not affect PFAS levels because these chemicals come from the source water, not your pipes. Old or newer plumbing can influence issues like corrosion or lead presence, but PFAS originate before water enters your home system. For that reason, addressing PFAS focuses on treating incoming water rather than internal plumbing.
What to Record Before Discussing Treatment
- Your water provider’s name and system ID (EAGLE RIVER WSD, CO0119802).
- Local government water quality reports—particularly PFAS monitoring results.
- Your household water use habits and any specific filtration equipment already in use.
- Any recent private well tests if applicable.
Interpreting Sample Results as a Homeowner
For Eagle County’s system, all 28 PFAS samples from 2025 show no detections above EPA reporting thresholds. This means instruments did not measure PFAS at or above very low levels; it does not mean your home water contains zero PFAS, only that no measurable amounts were found in the public supply during these tests. Federal maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) set for 2024 are also not exceeded in these results.
Large Households, Second Homes, and Seasonal Properties
The PFAS data reflects the overall water system quality and does not vary by property size or occupancy. However, larger or multi-family homes might consider treatment devices capable of higher flow volumes. Seasonal properties should ensure their water systems are flushed and maintained to preserve water quality and maximize the effectiveness of any PFAS treatment device in place.
To resolve uncertainty about PFAS levels in your home water, the single recommended step is to have a certified laboratory perform a private water test specifically targeting PFAS compounds. Results from that test provide a definitive basis for deciding on treatment needs.
Where this information comes from
Source: EPA SDWIS public water system record. Sampled 2025-10-08. These figures describe the public water system's record, not the plumbing inside any individual building.
On record: EPA UCMR5 monitoring (2023-2025) for EAGLE RIVER WSD (CO0119802), CO: 280 results across 10 listed contaminants, 0 detections above the reporting level; nothing detected above the method reporting level
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