F0/100
PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,000 people · Utah
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
UTAH25021
Violations
90
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 – August 26, 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 PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 90 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM has 90 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 19,000 people, Utah.
What type of water does PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is UTAH25021.
How does PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Utah?
PAYSON CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.