B74/100
SALEM CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,298 people · Utah
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
UTAH25001
Violations
19
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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 SALEM CITY
Is SALEM CITY water safe to drink?
SALEM CITY water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SALEM CITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SALEM CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALEM CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALEM CITY has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SALEM CITY serve?
SALEM CITY serves approximately 9,298 people, Utah.
What type of water does SALEM CITY provide?
SALEM CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is UTAH25001.
How does SALEM CITY compare to other utilities in Utah?
SALEM CITY scores 74/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Utah state page for a full comparison of water systems.