F16/100
PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,830 people · Utah
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
UTAH03017
Violations
81
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM
Is PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 81 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM detected?
51 contaminants were tested in PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM has 81 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, RPT.
How many people does PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 8,830 people, Utah.
What type of water does PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PROVIDENCE 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 UTAH03017.
How does PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Utah?
PROVIDENCE CITY WATER SYSTEM scores 16/100 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.