D35/100
AMERICAN FORK CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 39,045 people · Utah
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
UTAH25008
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (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
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 AMERICAN FORK CITY
Is AMERICAN FORK CITY water safe to drink?
AMERICAN FORK CITY water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has AMERICAN FORK CITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in AMERICAN FORK CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AMERICAN FORK CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, AMERICAN FORK CITY has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does AMERICAN FORK CITY serve?
AMERICAN FORK CITY serves approximately 39,045 people, Utah.
What type of water does AMERICAN FORK CITY provide?
AMERICAN FORK CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is UTAH25008.
How does AMERICAN FORK CITY compare to other utilities in Utah?
AMERICAN FORK CITY scores 35/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.