C43/100
ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,228 people · Utah
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
UTAH18049
Violations
46
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 16, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Enforcement: 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 ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM
Is ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (43/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 46 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM has 46 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM serve?
ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,228 people, Utah.
What type of water does ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM provide?
ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is UTAH18049.
How does ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Utah?
ALTA TOWN WATER SYSTEM scores 43/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.