F0/100
Salt River Public Works — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,951 people · Arizona
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
090400109
Violations
119
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
vanadium | 72.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: October 1, 2022 – October 12, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About Salt River Public Works
Is Salt River Public Works water safe to drink?
Salt River Public Works water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 119 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has Salt River Public Works detected?
66 contaminants were tested in Salt River Public Works's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), vanadium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does Salt River Public Works have any EPA violations?
Yes, Salt River Public Works has 119 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does Salt River Public Works serve?
Salt River Public Works serves approximately 20,951 people, Arizona. The system provides water to 1 community: Salt River Indian Community.
What type of water does Salt River Public Works provide?
Salt River Public Works sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is 090400109.
How does Salt River Public Works compare to other utilities in Arizona?
Salt River Public Works scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Arizona state page for a full comparison of water systems.